The Philosophy of Reality and Consciousness

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Which of the following is a central concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Indian thought?

  1. Maya

  2. Atman

  3. Brahman

  4. Karma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The concept of Atman, or the individual self, is a central concept in Indian philosophy and is often explored in relation to the nature of reality and consciousness.

According to Advaita Vedanta, what is the ultimate reality?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta posits Brahman, the universal consciousness, as the ultimate reality, of which all individual selves (Atman) are a part.

What is the concept of Maya in Indian philosophy?

  1. Illusion

  2. Reality

  3. Consciousness

  4. Self


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya refers to the concept of illusion or the veil of ignorance that obscures the true nature of reality and leads to the perception of duality and separation.

Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the idea of non-dualism?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Nyaya

  4. Vaisheshika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta, propounded by Adi Shankara, is known for its non-dualistic perspective, asserting the unity of Atman and Brahman and the illusory nature of the world.

What is the concept of Samsara in Indian philosophy?

  1. Reincarnation

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Dharma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samsara refers to the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, driven by karma, which determines the nature of one's existence in each life.

Which of the following is a key concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Buddhism?

  1. Anatta

  2. Nirvana

  3. Dukkha

  4. Pratītyasamutpāda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anatta, or non-self, is a fundamental concept in Buddhism, emphasizing the absence of a permanent, unchanging self or soul.

What is the goal of spiritual practice in Buddhism?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Bhakti


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nirvana is the ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

Which of the following is a central concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Jainism?

  1. Anekantavada

  2. Syādvāda

  3. Karma

  4. Moksha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anekantavada, or the doctrine of multiple perspectives, is a key concept in Jainism, emphasizing the idea that reality is multifaceted and can be viewed from different viewpoints.

What is the concept of Syādvāda in Jainism?

  1. Non-absolutism

  2. Relativism

  3. Skepticism

  4. Nihilism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Syādvāda, or the theory of conditional predication, is a Jain concept that asserts that all statements about reality are true only under certain conditions and perspectives.

Which of the following is a central concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Sikhism?

  1. Ik Onkar

  2. Nanak

  3. Guru Granth Sahib

  4. Khalsa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ik Onkar, or the oneness of God, is a fundamental concept in Sikhism, emphasizing the unity and indivisibility of the divine.

What is the concept of Guru Granth Sahib in Sikhism?

  1. The holy book of Sikhism

  2. The founder of Sikhism

  3. The first Sikh guru

  4. The last Sikh guru


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Granth Sahib is the holy book of Sikhism, revered as the embodiment of the ten Sikh gurus and containing their teachings and spiritual wisdom.

Which of the following is a central concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Kashmir Shaivism?

  1. Shiva

  2. Shakti

  3. Spanda

  4. Pratyabhijña


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Spanda, or vibration, is a key concept in Kashmir Shaivism, representing the dynamic and pulsating nature of reality and consciousness.

What is the concept of Pratyabhijña in Kashmir Shaivism?

  1. Self-recognition

  2. Non-dualism

  3. Liberation

  4. Meditation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pratyabhijña refers to the process of self-recognition, where the individual realizes their true nature as Shiva, the ultimate reality.

Which of the following is a central concept in the philosophy of reality and consciousness in Tantra?

  1. Shakti

  2. Kundalini

  3. Chakra

  4. Mantra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shakti, or divine energy, is a fundamental concept in Tantra, representing the dynamic and creative aspect of reality and consciousness.

What is the concept of Kundalini in Tantra?

  1. The serpent power

  2. The energy of consciousness

  3. The subtle body

  4. The chakras


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kundalini is often depicted as a coiled serpent at the base of the spine and is associated with the awakening of spiritual energy and consciousness.

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