| Criteria | Marks |
|---|
| Provides a thorough explanation of TWO ethical teachings relevant to the chosen ethical area<br>Integrates relevant and accurate terminology | 5 |
| Provides a sound explanation of TWO ethical teachings relevant to the chosen ethical area<br>Integrates relevant terminology | 4 |
| Provides an explanation of TWO ethical teachings relevant to the chosen ethical area<br>Uses relevant terminology | 3 |
| Provides a description of at least ONE ethical teaching relevant to the chosen ethical area<br>Uses some terminology | 2 |
| Makes statements about Hinduism | 1 |
Sample answer:
Two key ethical teachings related to environmental ethics are Ahimsa (non-violence) and Ekam Sat (the unity of all existence). Ahimsa encourages respect for all living beings, promoting a lifestyle that minimises harm to animals, plants, and ecosystems. This principle is evident in the Hindu reverence for nature, where many deities are personifications of natural forces, like rivers eg Ganga and trees eg Banyan. Ekam Sat which comes from the Rig Veda, meaning ‘the truth is one’, the wise call it by many names. It teaches that the ultimate reality is understood and worshipped in different forms, reflecting Hinduism’s belief in divine unity and that all life forms are interconnected, fostering a sense of responsibility to protect the environment.