Ahmed: Have you heard about postmodernism and how it emphasizes relativism?
Ghaleb: Yeah, the idea that there's no absolute truth and everything is subjective. It sounds intriguing, but is it practical?
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Ahmed: Postmodernism argues that cognitive values are influenced by human perspectives. There's no objective truth.
Ghaleb: But doesn’t that mean any scientific fact can be questioned just because someone believes differently? It could undermine the credibility of science
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Ghaleb: That can be dangerous. If there are no universal moral standards, how do we condemn acts like human rights abuses or corruption?
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Ahmed :Cultural relativism appreciates all cultural expressions equally without judging them against each other.
Ghaleb: While it promotes tolerance, it can also make it hard to critique harmful cultural practices. We need some common standards for what's acceptable.
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Ahmed: Postmodern relativism encourages a diverse and inclusive society where all views are seen as valid
Ghaleb: Inclusivity is great, but if we accept every viewpoint without question, it can lead to confusion and a lack of direction in societal norms.
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Ahmed: Relativism challenges us to think differently, but it also risks undermining shared values and truths.
Ghaleb: Exactly. We need a balance. While questioning absolute truths is healthy, some standards are necessary to maintain order and justice in society.
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Ahmed: Ethical relativism says moral values are not absolute but vary with cultural or individual beliefs