The Vishishtadvaita Vedanta of Ramanuja

Description: The Vishishtadvaita Vedanta of Ramanuja is a school of Vedanta philosophy founded by Ramanuja in the 11th century. It is one of the three major schools of Vedanta, along with Advaita Vedanta and Dvaita Vedanta.
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What is the central tenet of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The world is real and distinct from Brahman.

  3. The world is real and a part of Brahman.

  4. The world is real and identical to Brahman.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the world is real and a part of Brahman, the ultimate reality. Brahman is the substratum of the world, and the world is a manifestation of Brahman.

What is the relationship between Brahman and the individual soul in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. The individual soul is identical to Brahman.

  2. The individual soul is a part of Brahman.

  3. The individual soul is distinct from Brahman.

  4. The individual soul is an illusion.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the individual soul is a part of Brahman, the ultimate reality. The individual soul is not identical to Brahman, but it is a manifestation of Brahman.

What is the goal of human life in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. To achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

  2. To experience the bliss of Brahman.

  3. To become one with Brahman.

  4. To serve Brahman.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the goal of human life is to experience the bliss of Brahman, the ultimate reality. This can be achieved through devotion to Brahman and by following the path of dharma, or righteous conduct.

What is the role of devotion in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Devotion is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Devotion is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Devotion is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Devotion is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, devotion is one of the paths to liberation. Devotion can help the individual soul to experience the bliss of Brahman and to become one with Brahman.

What is the role of knowledge in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Knowledge is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Knowledge is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Knowledge is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Knowledge is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, knowledge is one of the paths to liberation. Knowledge can help the individual soul to understand the nature of Brahman and to experience the bliss of Brahman.

What is the role of action in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Action is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Action is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Action is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Action is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, action is one of the paths to liberation. Action can help the individual soul to fulfill their dharma, or righteous duty, and to experience the bliss of Brahman.

What is the nature of Brahman in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahman is impersonal.

  2. Brahman is personal.

  3. Brahman is both impersonal and personal.

  4. Brahman is neither impersonal nor personal.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, Brahman is both impersonal and personal. Brahman is the ultimate reality, which is both the substratum of the world and the source of all existence. Brahman is also a personal God, who is the object of devotion and love.

What is the relationship between Brahman and the world in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The world is real and distinct from Brahman.

  3. The world is real and a part of Brahman.

  4. The world is real and identical to Brahman.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the world is real and a part of Brahman, the ultimate reality. The world is a manifestation of Brahman, and it is sustained by Brahman.

What is the role of the individual soul in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. The individual soul is identical to Brahman.

  2. The individual soul is a part of Brahman.

  3. The individual soul is distinct from Brahman.

  4. The individual soul is an illusion.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the individual soul is a part of Brahman, the ultimate reality. The individual soul is not identical to Brahman, but it is a manifestation of Brahman.

What is the goal of human life in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. To achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

  2. To experience the bliss of Brahman.

  3. To become one with Brahman.

  4. To serve Brahman.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the goal of human life is to experience the bliss of Brahman, the ultimate reality. This can be achieved through devotion to Brahman and by following the path of dharma, or righteous conduct.

What is the role of devotion in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Devotion is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Devotion is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Devotion is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Devotion is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, devotion is one of the paths to liberation. Devotion can help the individual soul to experience the bliss of Brahman and to become one with Brahman.

What is the role of knowledge in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Knowledge is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Knowledge is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Knowledge is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Knowledge is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, knowledge is one of the paths to liberation. Knowledge can help the individual soul to understand the nature of Brahman and to experience the bliss of Brahman.

What is the role of action in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Action is the only way to achieve liberation.

  2. Action is one of the paths to liberation.

  3. Action is not necessary for liberation.

  4. Action is an obstacle to liberation.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, action is one of the paths to liberation. Action can help the individual soul to fulfill their dharma, or righteous duty, and to experience the bliss of Brahman.

What is the nature of Brahman in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahman is impersonal.

  2. Brahman is personal.

  3. Brahman is both impersonal and personal.

  4. Brahman is neither impersonal nor personal.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, Brahman is both impersonal and personal. Brahman is the ultimate reality, which is both the substratum of the world and the source of all existence. Brahman is also a personal God, who is the object of devotion and love.

What is the relationship between Brahman and the world in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The world is real and distinct from Brahman.

  3. The world is real and a part of Brahman.

  4. The world is real and identical to Brahman.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, the world is real and a part of Brahman, the ultimate reality. The world is a manifestation of Brahman, and it is sustained by Brahman.

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