Indian Philosophy: Contemporary Issues

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Which of the following is a major theme in contemporary Indian philosophy?

  1. The nature of reality

  2. The problem of evil

  3. The meaning of life

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary Indian philosophy is a diverse field that encompasses a wide range of topics, including the nature of reality, the problem of evil, the meaning of life, and the relationship between the individual and society.

Which of the following is a prominent school of thought in contemporary Indian philosophy?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Nyaya

  4. Vaisheshika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta is a school of thought in Indian philosophy that emphasizes the non-duality of the self and the universe. It is one of the most influential schools of thought in contemporary Indian philosophy.

Which of the following is a key concept in Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Brahman, Atman, and Maya are all key concepts in Advaita Vedanta. Brahman is the ultimate reality, Atman is the individual self, and Maya is the illusion that separates the individual self from Brahman.

Which of the following is a prominent figure in contemporary Indian philosophy?

  1. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  2. Sri Aurobindo

  3. Swami Vivekananda

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jiddu Krishnamurti, Sri Aurobindo, and Swami Vivekananda are all prominent figures in contemporary Indian philosophy. They have all made significant contributions to the field, and their work continues to influence contemporary Indian thought.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Jiddu Krishnamurti?

  1. The importance of self-awareness

  2. The need for a radical transformation of consciousness

  3. The futility of seeking happiness through external means

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jiddu Krishnamurti was a prominent Indian philosopher who emphasized the importance of self-awareness, the need for a radical transformation of consciousness, and the futility of seeking happiness through external means.

Which of the following is a key concept in the work of Sri Aurobindo?

  1. Integral yoga

  2. Supermind

  3. Evolution

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Integral yoga, Supermind, and Evolution are all key concepts in the work of Sri Aurobindo. Integral yoga is a spiritual practice that aims to integrate all aspects of the human being, Supermind is a higher state of consciousness, and Evolution is the process by which the universe is unfolding.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Swami Vivekananda?

  1. The unity of all religions

  2. The importance of service to others

  3. The need for a strong and united India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Swami Vivekananda was a prominent Indian philosopher who emphasized the unity of all religions, the importance of service to others, and the need for a strong and united India.

Which of the following is a contemporary Indian philosopher who has written extensively on the relationship between science and spirituality?

  1. Deepak Chopra

  2. Amit Goswami

  3. Ervin Laszlo

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deepak Chopra, Amit Goswami, and Ervin Laszlo are all contemporary Indian philosophers who have written extensively on the relationship between science and spirituality.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Deepak Chopra?

  1. The mind-body connection

  2. The power of intention

  3. The importance of meditation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deepak Chopra is a prominent Indian philosopher who has written extensively on the mind-body connection, the power of intention, and the importance of meditation.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Amit Goswami?

  1. Quantum consciousness

  2. The non-local universe

  3. The holographic universe

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Amit Goswami is a prominent Indian philosopher who has written extensively on quantum consciousness, the non-local universe, and the holographic universe.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Ervin Laszlo?

  1. The interconnectedness of all things

  2. The evolution of consciousness

  3. The unity of science and spirituality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ervin Laszlo is a prominent Indian philosopher who has written extensively on the interconnectedness of all things, the evolution of consciousness, and the unity of science and spirituality.

Which of the following is a contemporary Indian philosopher who has written extensively on the philosophy of nonviolence?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Vinoba Bhave

  3. J.C. Kumarappa

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi, Vinoba Bhave, and J.C. Kumarappa are all contemporary Indian philosophers who have written extensively on the philosophy of nonviolence.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Mahatma Gandhi?

  1. The power of nonviolence

  2. The importance of truth

  3. The need for social justice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was a prominent Indian philosopher who emphasized the power of nonviolence, the importance of truth, and the need for social justice.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of Vinoba Bhave?

  1. The importance of land reform

  2. The need for a nonviolent revolution

  3. The creation of a Sarvodaya society

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vinoba Bhave was a prominent Indian philosopher who emphasized the importance of land reform, the need for a nonviolent revolution, and the creation of a Sarvodaya society.

Which of the following is a major theme in the work of J.C. Kumarappa?

  1. The need for economic decentralization

  2. The importance of village industries

  3. The rejection of modern technology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

J.C. Kumarappa was a prominent Indian philosopher who emphasized the need for economic decentralization, the importance of village industries, and the rejection of modern technology.

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