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Mimamsa Philosophy: The Nature of the Ultimate Reality

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What is the primary focus of Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. The nature of the ultimate reality

  2. The nature of the self

  3. The nature of knowledge

  4. The nature of ethics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mimamsa philosophy primarily focuses on understanding the nature of the ultimate reality, which is often referred to as Brahman or Atman.

According to Mimamsa, what is the source of all knowledge?

  1. Perception

  2. Inference

  3. Testimony

  4. Intuition


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mimamsa philosophy considers testimony, particularly the Vedas, as the primary source of knowledge.

What is the main goal of Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. To achieve liberation from the cycle of rebirth

  2. To understand the nature of the universe

  3. To develop ethical conduct

  4. To perform rituals and ceremonies correctly


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of Mimamsa philosophy is to ensure the correct performance of rituals and ceremonies as prescribed in the Vedas.

What is the concept of 'Apurva' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. The unseen potency of a ritual

  2. The result of a ritual

  3. The merit or demerit of an action

  4. The ultimate reality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Apurva refers to the unseen potency or power that is generated through the performance of a ritual and is believed to lead to the desired outcome.

What is the concept of 'Dharma' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Moral duty or righteousness

  2. Religious duty or obligation

  3. Cosmic order or law

  4. Ultimate reality or Brahman


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dharma in Mimamsa philosophy primarily refers to religious duty or obligation, emphasizing the importance of performing rituals and ceremonies as prescribed in the Vedas.

What is the concept of 'Mimamsa' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Inquiry or investigation

  2. Interpretation or exegesis

  3. Ritual performance

  4. Meditation or contemplation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mimamsa, which literally means 'inquiry' or 'investigation,' refers to the philosophical inquiry into the nature of the ultimate reality and the correct performance of rituals.

What is the concept of 'Brahman' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. The ultimate reality or Absolute

  2. The individual soul or self

  3. The world of phenomena

  4. The Vedas or sacred texts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brahman in Mimamsa philosophy refers to the ultimate reality or Absolute, which is often described as impersonal, transcendent, and beyond the realm of human comprehension.

What is the concept of 'Karma' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Action or deed

  2. Result of action

  3. Moral duty or obligation

  4. Ultimate reality or Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma in Mimamsa philosophy primarily refers to action or deed, particularly ritual action, and its significance in achieving desired outcomes.

What is the concept of 'Jaimini' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. A prominent Mimamsa philosopher

  2. The author of the Mimamsa Sutras

  3. A Vedic sage

  4. A deity associated with Mimamsa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jaimini is regarded as the author of the Mimamsa Sutras, which are considered the foundational text of Mimamsa philosophy.

What is the concept of 'Pramāṇa' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Means of valid knowledge

  2. Types of rituals

  3. Schools of Mimamsa philosophy

  4. Vedic deities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pramāṇa in Mimamsa philosophy refers to the means of acquiring valid knowledge, which includes perception, inference, and testimony.

What is the concept of 'Anumāna' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Inference or deduction

  2. Ritualistic symbolism

  3. Vedic cosmology

  4. Ethical principles


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anumāna in Mimamsa philosophy refers to inference or deduction as a means of acquiring valid knowledge.

What is the concept of 'Arthāpatti' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Presumption or implication

  2. Vedic exegesis

  3. Ritualistic purity

  4. Meditation techniques


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arthāpatti in Mimamsa philosophy refers to presumption or implication as a means of acquiring valid knowledge.

What is the concept of 'Upamāna' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Analogy or comparison

  2. Ritualistic chanting

  3. Vedic sacrifices

  4. Yogic practices


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Upamāna in Mimamsa philosophy refers to analogy or comparison as a means of acquiring valid knowledge.

What is the concept of 'Sabda' in Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Verbal testimony or scripture

  2. Ritualistic gestures

  3. Vedic hymns

  4. Tantric practices


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sabda in Mimamsa philosophy refers to verbal testimony or scripture, particularly the Vedas, as a means of acquiring valid knowledge.

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