Question

What novel insight did Mencius bring to Confucius’ thought?

A. Human nature is not a factor in determining whether someone is “Good”

B. Different cultures may disagree on the appropriate rituals and rites

C. Human nature is essentially and innately good

D. One ought to love everyone as if they were a sibling

Answer 1

The correct answer is option C) Human nature is essentially and innately good.

Step-by-step explanation:

Confucianism is an ethical philosophical concept rather than a religious one. It focuses on the innate ability of human nature to be good.

A well known Confucianism philosopher, Menicus, was the one who brought this theory forward. He thinks that human nature is intact, unless an external force tries to break it down.

He further had the view that if this innate ability of goodness is worked upon, it can be turned into a virtue.