Critical Thinking session was truly enriching and thought-provoking. It was not just about learning theories, but about challenging our own beliefs, biases, and assumptions.
Nisarg Sir conducted the session with remarkable calmness and openness. He created a respectful environment where everyone felt comfortable sharing their perspectives—even on sensitive topics like the existence of God, personal beliefs, and moral differences.
One of the most interesting concepts we explored was the idea of the cognitive miser—how our brain often takes shortcuts to save mental energy. Along with this, we discussed cognitive load and how pressure or complexity can affect our thinking and decision-making. These ideas helped us understand why biases form and how easily we rely on assumptions instead of careful reasoning.
The case study of the “Lariat of Hyena” in Malawi pushed us to apply different ethical theories like moral reasoning, moral relativism, self-interest theory, deontology, and utilitarianism. Each theory gave us a different lens to evaluate the situation, showing that moral decisions are rarely simple or one-sided.
Overall, the session strengthened our ability to think critically, respect diverse opinions, and analyze situations from multiple perspectives.