SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. What was the significance of the humanist movement?
A
Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed.
B
Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe.
C
Humanists were very interested in religious studies and sought to increase the influence of the Church.
D
Humanists were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What was the significance of the humanist movement? Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed. Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe.

Detailed explanation-2: -The great intellectual movement of Renaissance Italy was humanism. The humanists believed that the Greek and Latin classics contained both all the lessons one needed to lead a moral and effective life and the best models for a powerful Latin style.

Detailed explanation-3: -During the 14th century, a cultural movement called humanism began to gain momentum in Italy. Among its many principles, humanism promoted the idea that man was the center of his own universe, and people should embrace human achievements in education, classical arts, literature and science.

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