The Six Systems of Indian Philosophy

Description: The Six Systems of Indian Philosophy, also known as the Shad Darshanas, are the six orthodox schools of thought in Indian philosophy. These systems are Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, and Vedanta. This quiz will test your knowledge about these six systems of Indian philosophy.
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Which of the following is the founder of the Nyaya school of philosophy?

  1. Gautama

  2. Kanada

  3. Kapila

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gautama is the founder of the Nyaya school of philosophy, which is known for its emphasis on logic and epistemology.

What is the main focus of the Vaisheshika school of philosophy?

  1. Logic

  2. Epistemology

  3. Metaphysics

  4. Atomism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika school of philosophy is known for its atomistic theory, which posits that the universe is composed of indivisible particles called atoms.

Who is considered to be the founder of the Samkhya school of philosophy?

  1. Kapila

  2. Kanada

  3. Gautama

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kapila is considered to be the founder of the Samkhya school of philosophy, which is known for its dualistic metaphysics, which posits that the universe is composed of two fundamental principles: purusha (consciousness) and prakriti (matter).

What is the main goal of the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Moksha

  2. Samadhi

  3. Nirvana

  4. Liberation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The main goal of the Yoga school of philosophy is to achieve samadhi, a state of deep meditation and spiritual absorption.

Which of the following is the founder of the Mimamsa school of philosophy?

  1. Jaimini

  2. Badarayana

  3. Kapila

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaimini is the founder of the Mimamsa school of philosophy, which is known for its focus on the interpretation of the Vedas, the sacred texts of Hinduism.

What is the central concept of the Vedanta school of philosophy?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The central concept of the Vedanta school of philosophy is Brahman, the ultimate reality that is the source of all existence.

Which of the following is not one of the six systems of Indian philosophy?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga

  5. Mimamsa

  6. Buddhism


Correct Option: F
Explanation:

Buddhism is not one of the six systems of Indian philosophy. It is a separate school of thought that originated in India.

What is the main focus of the Nyaya school of philosophy?

  1. Logic

  2. Epistemology

  3. Metaphysics

  4. Ethics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nyaya school of philosophy is known for its emphasis on logic and epistemology, which are the study of reasoning and knowledge.

Which of the following is the founder of the Vaisheshika school of philosophy?

  1. Gautama

  2. Kanada

  3. Kapila

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kanada is the founder of the Vaisheshika school of philosophy, which is known for its atomistic theory.

What is the main goal of the Samkhya school of philosophy?

  1. Moksha

  2. Samadhi

  3. Nirvana

  4. Liberation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main goal of the Samkhya school of philosophy is to achieve moksha, which is liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Which of the following is the founder of the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Kapila

  2. Kanada

  3. Gautama

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Patanjali is the founder of the Yoga school of philosophy, which is known for its emphasis on meditation and spiritual practices.

What is the main focus of the Mimamsa school of philosophy?

  1. Logic

  2. Epistemology

  3. Metaphysics

  4. Rituals


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school of philosophy is known for its focus on rituals and the interpretation of the Vedas.

Which of the following is the founder of the Vedanta school of philosophy?

  1. Jaimini

  2. Badarayana

  3. Kapila

  4. Patanjali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Badarayana is the founder of the Vedanta school of philosophy, which is known for its emphasis on the Upanishads, the sacred texts of Hinduism.

What is the main goal of the Vedanta school of philosophy?

  1. Moksha

  2. Samadhi

  3. Nirvana

  4. Liberation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main goal of the Vedanta school of philosophy is to achieve moksha, which is liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

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