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Padarthas: The Six Categories of Vaisheshika

Description: **Padarthas: The Six Categories of Vaisheshika** The Vaisheshika school of Indian philosophy posits six categories (padarthas) that encompass all that exists. These categories provide a framework for understanding the world and its constituents. Test your knowledge of these fundamental categories with this quiz.
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Which of the following is NOT a Padartha in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Dravya (substance)

  2. Guna (quality)

  3. Karma (action)

  4. Samavaya (inherence)

  5. Abhava (absence)

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Karma, or action, is not considered a Padartha in Vaisheshika philosophy. The six Padarthas are Dravya (substance), Guna (quality), Karma (action), Samavaya (inherence), Abhava (absence), and Vishesha (particularity).

What is the primary characteristic of Dravya (substance) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It is capable of independent existence.

  2. It possesses qualities.

  3. It can undergo change.

  4. It is the cause of other things.

  5. It is eternal and unchanging.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary characteristic of Dravya (substance) in Vaisheshika philosophy is its ability to exist independently. It does not rely on other entities for its existence.

Which of the following is an example of Guna (quality) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Color

  2. Taste

  3. Weight

  4. Temperature

  5. Motion

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Color is an example of Guna (quality) in Vaisheshika philosophy. Gunas are inherent properties of Dravya (substance) that cannot exist independently.

What is the relationship between Dravya (substance) and Guna (quality) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Dravya is the substance, and Guna is its attribute.

  2. Dravya and Guna are two different entities that cannot exist independently.

  3. Dravya is the cause of Guna, and Guna is the effect of Dravya.

  4. Dravya and Guna are mutually dependent and cannot exist without each other.

  5. Dravya and Guna are identical and cannot be distinguished from each other.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Vaisheshika philosophy, Dravya (substance) is the primary entity, and Guna (quality) is its attribute. Gunas cannot exist independently of Dravya.

What is the role of Samavaya (inherence) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It connects Dravya (substance) and Guna (quality).

  2. It connects Dravya (substance) and Karma (action).

  3. It connects Guna (quality) and Karma (action).

  4. It connects Dravya (substance) and Abhava (absence).

  5. It connects Guna (quality) and Abhava (absence).

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samavaya (inherence) is the relationship that connects Dravya (substance) and Guna (quality). It is the inherent connection between a substance and its attributes.

What is the nature of Abhava (absence) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It is the negation of Dravya (substance).

  2. It is the negation of Guna (quality).

  3. It is the negation of Karma (action).

  4. It is the negation of Samavaya (inherence).

  5. It is the negation of Vishesha (particularity).

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhava (absence) in Vaisheshika philosophy is the negation of Dravya (substance). It is the absence of a substance in a particular place or time.

What is the significance of Vishesha (particularity) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It distinguishes one Dravya (substance) from another.

  2. It distinguishes one Guna (quality) from another.

  3. It distinguishes one Karma (action) from another.

  4. It distinguishes one Samavaya (inherence) from another.

  5. It distinguishes one Abhava (absence) from another.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishesha (particularity) in Vaisheshika philosophy is the unique characteristic that distinguishes one Dravya (substance) from another. It is the individuality of a substance.

How many Padarthas (categories) are there in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. 5

  2. 6

  3. 7

  4. 8

  5. 9

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are six Padarthas (categories) in Vaisheshika philosophy: Dravya (substance), Guna (quality), Karma (action), Samavaya (inherence), Abhava (absence), and Vishesha (particularity).

Which Padartha (category) is considered the most fundamental in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Dravya (substance)

  2. Guna (quality)

  3. Karma (action)

  4. Samavaya (inherence)

  5. Abhava (absence)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dravya (substance) is considered the most fundamental Padartha (category) in Vaisheshika philosophy. It is the primary entity from which all other categories are derived.

What is the relationship between Dravya (substance) and Guna (quality) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Dravya is the substance, and Guna is its attribute.

  2. Dravya and Guna are two different entities that cannot exist independently.

  3. Dravya is the cause of Guna, and Guna is the effect of Dravya.

  4. Dravya and Guna are mutually dependent and cannot exist without each other.

  5. Dravya and Guna are identical and cannot be distinguished from each other.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Vaisheshika philosophy, Dravya (substance) is the primary entity, and Guna (quality) is its attribute. Gunas cannot exist independently of Dravya.

Which of the following is an example of Samavaya (inherence) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. The connection between a substance and its quality.

  2. The connection between a substance and its action.

  3. The connection between a quality and an action.

  4. The connection between a substance and its absence.

  5. The connection between a quality and its absence.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samavaya (inherence) in Vaisheshika philosophy is the connection between a substance and its quality. It is the inherent relationship between a substance and its attributes.

What is the nature of Abhava (absence) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It is the negation of Dravya (substance).

  2. It is the negation of Guna (quality).

  3. It is the negation of Karma (action).

  4. It is the negation of Samavaya (inherence).

  5. It is the negation of Vishesha (particularity).

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhava (absence) in Vaisheshika philosophy is the negation of Dravya (substance). It is the absence of a substance in a particular place or time.

What is the significance of Vishesha (particularity) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. It distinguishes one Dravya (substance) from another.

  2. It distinguishes one Guna (quality) from another.

  3. It distinguishes one Karma (action) from another.

  4. It distinguishes one Samavaya (inherence) from another.

  5. It distinguishes one Abhava (absence) from another.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishesha (particularity) in Vaisheshika philosophy is the unique characteristic that distinguishes one Dravya (substance) from another. It is the individuality of a substance.

Which of the following is NOT a Padartha (category) in Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Dravya (substance)

  2. Guna (quality)

  3. Karma (action)

  4. Samavaya (inherence)

  5. Abhava (absence)

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Karma, or action, is not considered a Padartha in Vaisheshika philosophy. The six Padarthas are Dravya (substance), Guna (quality), Karma (action), Samavaya (inherence), Abhava (absence), and Vishesha (particularity).

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