It is a difficult question. Morality is a subjective issue and should not be thrust upon others least of all by the powers that be. On the other hand, from our experience in Aurangabad I can confidently say that most bar girls, dance bar girls, entered the 'profession' not out of choice. Some were forced, some cheated, for some that was the only survival means. Most are not 'proud' of their profession and prefer to keep it under wraps at times even from their families. Thus by saying yes to dance bars we are as a society turning a blind eye to a huge social problem. Let the well heeled talk about freedom of choice and if they take to being dance bar girls we must support their 'right'. But till it is the poor only opting for this we need to question this 'right of choice'. Also does the act keep intact ones self respect, dignity? Or all's well so long as it gets in the moola for the owners, family?
RE:should dance bars be allowed
by Nikhil on Apr 19, 2006 10:12 PM Permalink
I disagree with your view that morality is subjective. Your assumption is that either truth (the basis for morals) is relative or it is unknowable. Truth by definition is absolute and objective. Logically then an assertion that claims to be true, when applied to itself, should also be non-contradictory. While we shouldn't impose our morals on others we should debate the truthfulness of our morals (the sum total of our beliefs). If this enquiry proves false then we need to reevaluate our beliefs. The statement, "Morals are subjective" is an absolute statement when applied to itself implies a "subjective absolute". This does not make sense. You can not therefore know WITH absolute knowledge that morals are subjective. However I believe that Morals are and should be objective. Question is how does one get to "know" these morals. The answer precludes a necessity for a moral lawgiver. The morals prescribed by this moral lawgiver have to be non-contradictory. On the basis of a non-contradictory test, one can reject different moral standards. No one can force someone to stop believing in contradictory morals. ie. live a lie! For more on this google "Law of non-contradiction
RE:should dance bars be allowed
by ur dear friend on Apr 13, 2006 11:14 PM Permalink
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