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The Concept of Identity in Indian Political Thought

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According to ancient Indian political thought, the primary identity of an individual is based on their:

  1. caste

  2. gender

  3. occupation

  4. religion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In ancient India, the caste system played a significant role in determining an individual's identity and social status.

The concept of 'dharma' in Indian political thought refers to:

  1. religious duty

  2. moral duty

  3. social duty

  4. political duty


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dharma encompasses an individual's moral and ethical obligations towards themselves, others, and society as a whole.

Which ancient Indian text discusses the concept of 'purushartha', the four goals of human life?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Upanishads

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita, part of the Mahabharata, presents the concept of 'purushartha', which includes dharma, artha, kama, and moksha.

The idea of 'atman' in Indian philosophy refers to:

  1. the individual soul

  2. the universal soul

  3. the cosmic consciousness

  4. the divine essence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Atman is the concept of the individual soul or self, often contrasted with the universal soul or Brahman.

Which Indian philosopher emphasized the importance of 'ahimsa', or non-violence, as a fundamental principle of political thought?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence and civil disobedience had a profound impact on Indian political thought and the struggle for independence.

The concept of 'swaraj', or self-rule, became a central theme in Indian political thought during the:

  1. British Raj

  2. Mughal Empire

  3. Gupta Empire

  4. Maurya Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The idea of swaraj gained prominence during the Indian independence movement as a call for self-governance and freedom from colonial rule.

Which Indian political thinker argued for the importance of 'sarvodaya', or the welfare of all, as the guiding principle of governance?

  1. Vinoba Bhave

  2. Jayaprakash Narayan

  3. Ram Manohar Lohia

  4. Acharya Narendra Deva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vinoba Bhave's philosophy of sarvodaya emphasized the need for social and economic equality, non-violence, and community development.

The idea of 'Hindutva', or Hindu nationalism, was popularized by:

  1. Vinayak Damodar Savarkar

  2. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar

  3. Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar

  4. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vinayak Damodar Savarkar is considered the founder of the Hindutva ideology, which emphasizes the cultural and political unity of Hindus.

Which Indian political thinker advocated for the concept of 'integral humanism', emphasizing the harmonious development of the individual and society?

  1. Sri Aurobindo

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Aurobindo's philosophy of integral humanism sought to integrate spiritual and material aspects of human existence.

The idea of 'Gandhian socialism' combines the principles of:

  1. socialism and non-violence

  2. socialism and democracy

  3. socialism and capitalism

  4. socialism and communism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gandhian socialism emphasizes the importance of non-violent means to achieve social and economic equality.

Which Indian political thinker argued for the concept of 'scientific socialism', emphasizing the application of scientific methods to social and economic problems?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Indira Gandhi

  3. Rajiv Gandhi

  4. P.V. Narasimha Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru's vision of scientific socialism aimed to modernize India through industrialization and technological advancement.

The idea of 'social democracy' in Indian political thought emphasizes:

  1. a mixed economy with state intervention

  2. a free market economy with minimal state intervention

  3. a centrally planned economy

  4. a command economy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social democracy in India advocates for a mixed economy, combining elements of both capitalism and socialism.

Which Indian political thinker argued for the concept of 'anarcho-syndicalism', emphasizing the decentralization of power and the abolition of capitalism?

  1. M.N. Roy

  2. Subhas Chandra Bose

  3. Bhagat Singh

  4. Chandra Shekhar Azad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.N. Roy's philosophy of anarcho-syndicalism advocated for worker self-management and the elimination of class divisions.

The idea of 'neo-Gandhianism' in Indian political thought emphasizes:

  1. a return to Gandhian principles of non-violence and civil disobedience

  2. a focus on economic development and industrialization

  3. a strong centralized government

  4. a free market economy with minimal state intervention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Neo-Gandhianism seeks to revive Gandhian ideals in contemporary political and social contexts.

Which Indian political thinker argued for the concept of 'integral humanism', emphasizing the harmonious development of the individual and society?

  1. Sri Aurobindo

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Aurobindo's philosophy of integral humanism sought to integrate spiritual and material aspects of human existence.

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