Logic

Logic (from the Greek λογική logikē)

·      It is the formal systematic study of the principles of valid inference and correct reasoning.

·         Logic is used in most intellectual activities, but is studied primarily in the disciplines of philosophy, mathematics, semantics, and computer science.

·         It examines general forms which arguments may take, which forms are valid, and which are fallacies.

·         In philosophy, the study of logic is applied in most major areas: ontology, epistemology, ethics, metaphysics.

·         In mathematics, it is the study of valid inferences within some formal language.

·         Logic is also studied in argumentation theory.

·         Logic was established as a discipline by Aristotle, who gave it a fundamental place in philosophy. 

Logic as “ars artium”

• It is the "Art of Art"
• It is regarded as an instrument for arriving at a correct and valid inference. 
• It speaks of principles necessary for arriving at a correct and valid inference. 

Logic as “scientia scientiarium”

    Logic is a science of science, since it presents some principles necessary for the attainment of correct and valid inference in a systematic way.

Importance of Logic

1. The proper study of LOGIC develops in us the habit of clear and critical thinking. 

2. It helps us detect fallacious and illogical thinking. 

3. It trains us in the techniques of determining assumptions and implications.