THINK AND CRITIQUE: IN PURSUIT OF ‘HOW’ AND ‘WHY’

Abstract

Critical thinking is a complicated and essential skill that involves the careful investigation and assessment of information to reach well-founded conclusions. It is a cornerstone of intellectual development and good decision-making. The chapter goes beyond simple fundamentals through case analysis in general life as well work space. Alongside, it promulgates the very importance of this skill by digging back to ages of Mahabharata to include the ability to make well-reasoned arguments, handle challenging problem-solving situations, and challenge presumptions and biases that could affect judgments. Critical Thinking when put into practice can bring profits and advantages by fostering profound decision-making and intense self-introspection. In the linked world of today, with its flood of information and quickening technological progress, critical thinking skills are not just useful but vital. This chapter gives us the ability to distinguish between opinion and fact, assess the credibility of sources, and combine diverse pieces of knowledge to produce meaningful insights on conducive work experience and better life.