Mehshaan Dar

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I write about Philosophy focusing on Ethics, Morality, Political Systems, and how Historical Events shape our understanding of Power, Justice, and Corruption. I explore big ideas like World Order, Absolute Truth, and Moral Decay by connecting philosophical theories to real-world examples from History and Society.

The IQ Myth: Mistaking a Measure for the Mind

We often mistake IQ as a full measure of the mind. In reality, it captures limited cognitive skills while overlooking creativity, emotional intelligence, and practical judgment, making this distinction essential for understanding true human potential and intelligence.

What is Truth?

We often search for truth, yet rarely pause to question where we are actually looking. It is not something we can simply pick up from a store shelf or stumble upon by chance; it requires deliberate thought. This blog explores how we can sharpen our thinking to recognize, question, and pursue truth in a complex world.

When Questions Fail

All of us, most probably have thought that if we think long enough, we will eventually reach the truth as truth is certainly there, all we need to do is that we need to grasp it. But what if the problem is not that truth is hard to find, but that the question we posed was in itself wrong. This blog explores what kind of question ought to be asked.

Understanding Philosophy Through Paradox

Understanding major branches of philosophy like moral philosophy, value philosophy, metaphysics and more through paradoxes which pose questions that will take up on the readers’ mind and make it easy for anyone to start.

The Need of Doing

“The Need of Doing” explores the existential idea that purpose is not handed to us, but created through action. In confronting uncertainty, choice and effort become essential acts of self-definition, shaping meaning in a world that offers no certainty beyond our own existence.

What is Metaphysics?

Reality is stranger than it seems. Dive into the world of metaphysics and challenge everything you think you know — from the nature of time to the mystery of your own identity. Start questioning. Start exploring. Read the full article now.

The Importance of Skepticism: Question Carefully

Skepticism is the habit of asking questions before we believe something. It helps us avoid lies, think clearly, improve understanding, and make better decisions. By questioning, we learn more, stay safe from false ideas, and grow independently.

Why Logic is the Base of Reasoning?

Logic isn’t just casual philosophy talk, it’s the physics-first foundation of how thinking actually works. Every question, every reason, every conclusion depends on it. Clean, precise, and real. So let’s dive in and challenge everything you thought you knew.