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Question
Renaissance brought in a spirit of enquiry among the people of Europe. In this context, answer the following question:
Explain briefly the role of original thinkers in promoting the spirit of enquiry among the people of Europe.
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Solution
During the Medieval Age, the Church discouraged original thinking and called upon scholars to put faith in the Church dogmas. However, original thinking could not be suppressed for a long time and certain bold and independent thinkers criticised the Church and asked the people to develop their own thinking. Thinkers like Roger Bacon, Abelard. Thomas Aquinas revolutionised the thought process and laid great stress on reasoning.
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