The Role of Causality in Indian Metaphysics

Description: This quiz focuses on the role of causality in Indian metaphysics, exploring various perspectives and theories from ancient Indian philosophical traditions. Assess your understanding of the concepts, arguments, and implications of causality in Indian metaphysics.
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In Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy, what is the primary concept used to explain causality?

  1. Samyoga (Conjunction)

  2. Samavaya (Inherence)

  3. Karana (Cause)

  4. Karyakara (Effect-Cause)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Nyaya-Vaisheshika, Samyoga (Conjunction) is the primary concept used to explain causality. It refers to the spatial and temporal relation between a cause and its effect.

According to the Buddhist tradition, what is the fundamental principle that governs causality?

  1. Pratityasamutpada (Dependent Origination)

  2. Anitya (Impermanence)

  3. Dukkha (Suffering)

  4. Anatta (Non-Self)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Buddhism, Pratityasamutpada (Dependent Origination) is the fundamental principle that governs causality. It explains how phenomena arise and cease in a chain of interdependent relationships.

In Advaita Vedanta, how is causality related to the concept of Brahman?

  1. Brahman is the ultimate cause of all phenomena.

  2. Brahman is the effect of all phenomena.

  3. Brahman is both the cause and effect of all phenomena.

  4. Brahman is beyond the realm of causality.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Advaita Vedanta, Brahman is considered to be beyond the realm of causality. It is the ultimate reality that transcends the limitations of time, space, and causation.

Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the role of efficient causality (nimitta karana) in explaining the world?

  1. Nyaya-Vaisheshika

  2. Samkhya

  3. Yoga

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy places a strong emphasis on efficient causality (nimitta karana), which refers to the agent or instrument that directly brings about an effect.

In the Mimamsa school of thought, what is the primary focus of inquiry regarding causality?

  1. The nature of the causal relation between rituals and their results.

  2. The metaphysical foundations of causality.

  3. The role of causality in ethical decision-making.

  4. The application of causality in scientific investigation.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mimamsa philosophy primarily focuses on the nature of the causal relation between rituals (karmas) and their results (phala). It investigates the mechanisms through which rituals can produce specific outcomes.

According to the Samkhya school, what are the three fundamental gunas (qualities) that govern causality?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

  2. Prakriti, Purusha, and Mahat

  3. Buddhi, Manas, and Ahankara

  4. Dharma, Artha, and Kama


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, the three fundamental gunas (qualities) that govern causality are Sattva (purity, lightness), Rajas (activity, passion), and Tamas (inertia, darkness).

In the Nyaya-Vaisheshika tradition, what is the term used to describe the inherent power or capacity of a cause to produce an effect?

  1. Shakti (Power)

  2. Svabhava (Nature)

  3. Karana (Cause)

  4. Karyakara (Effect-Cause)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy, Shakti (Power) is the term used to describe the inherent power or capacity of a cause to produce an effect.

Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the role of material causality (upadana karana) in explaining the world?

  1. Nyaya-Vaisheshika

  2. Samkhya

  3. Yoga

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Samkhya philosophy places a strong emphasis on material causality (upadana karana), which refers to the underlying substance or material from which an effect is produced.

In the Advaita Vedanta tradition, what is the term used to describe the ultimate cause or ground of all reality?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. Ishvara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Advaita Vedanta, Brahman is the term used to describe the ultimate cause or ground of all reality. It is the eternal, unchanging, and infinite consciousness that underlies all phenomena.

According to the Nyaya-Vaisheshika tradition, what is the term used to describe the relation between a cause and its effect?

  1. Samyoga (Conjunction)

  2. Samavaya (Inherence)

  3. Karana (Cause)

  4. Karyakara (Effect-Cause)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy, Samyoga (Conjunction) is the term used to describe the relation between a cause and its effect. It refers to the spatial and temporal relation between the two.

Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the role of instrumental causality (nimitta karana) in explaining the world?

  1. Nyaya-Vaisheshika

  2. Samkhya

  3. Yoga

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy places a strong emphasis on instrumental causality (nimitta karana), which refers to the agent or instrument that directly brings about an effect.

In the Samkhya tradition, what is the term used to describe the three fundamental constituents of reality?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

  2. Prakriti, Purusha, and Mahat

  3. Buddhi, Manas, and Ahankara

  4. Dharma, Artha, and Kama


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, the three fundamental constituents of reality are Prakriti (primordial matter), Purusha (consciousness), and Mahat (intellect).

According to the Nyaya-Vaisheshika tradition, what is the term used to describe the inherent power or capacity of a cause to produce an effect?

  1. Shakti (Power)

  2. Svabhava (Nature)

  3. Karana (Cause)

  4. Karyakara (Effect-Cause)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Nyaya-Vaisheshika philosophy, Shakti (Power) is the term used to describe the inherent power or capacity of a cause to produce an effect.

Which school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the role of material causality (upadana karana) in explaining the world?

  1. Nyaya-Vaisheshika

  2. Samkhya

  3. Yoga

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Samkhya philosophy places a strong emphasis on material causality (upadana karana), which refers to the underlying substance or material from which an effect is produced.

In the Advaita Vedanta tradition, what is the term used to describe the ultimate cause or ground of all reality?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. Ishvara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Advaita Vedanta, Brahman is the term used to describe the ultimate cause or ground of all reality. It is the eternal, unchanging, and infinite consciousness that underlies all phenomena.

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