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The Concept of Maya in Indian Philosophy of History

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What is the central idea behind the concept of Maya in Indian philosophy?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The world is a dream.

  3. The world is a reflection of the mind.

  4. The world is a manifestation of Brahman.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is a Sanskrit word that means "illusion" or "appearance". In Indian philosophy, Maya is the concept that the world we perceive is not real, but rather an illusion created by our minds.

Which school of Indian philosophy is most closely associated with the concept of Maya?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Nyaya

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta is a school of Indian philosophy that emphasizes the oneness of reality. It teaches that the world we perceive is an illusion created by Maya, and that the true reality is Brahman, the universal consciousness.

What is the relationship between Maya and Brahman?

  1. Maya is a part of Brahman.

  2. Maya is an aspect of Brahman.

  3. Maya is a manifestation of Brahman.

  4. Maya is the opposite of Brahman.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Advaita Vedanta, Maya is seen as a manifestation of Brahman. This means that the world we perceive is not separate from Brahman, but rather an expression of its infinite creativity.

How does Maya affect our perception of the world?

  1. It makes us see the world as separate from Brahman.

  2. It makes us see the world as an illusion.

  3. It makes us see the world as a dream.

  4. It makes us see the world as a reflection of our minds.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya makes us see the world as separate from Brahman, the universal consciousness. This leads to a sense of duality and separation, which is the root of all suffering.

What is the goal of spiritual practice in Advaita Vedanta?

  1. To realize the oneness of reality.

  2. To overcome Maya.

  3. To attain moksha.

  4. To become enlightened.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of spiritual practice in Advaita Vedanta is to realize the oneness of reality. This means to see through the illusion of Maya and to experience the true nature of reality, which is Brahman.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Maya?

  1. It is real.

  2. It is an illusion.

  3. It is a manifestation of Brahman.

  4. It is the cause of suffering.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is not real. It is an illusion created by our minds.

What is the relationship between Maya and time?

  1. Maya is a product of time.

  2. Time is a product of Maya.

  3. Maya and time are interdependent.

  4. Maya and time are unrelated.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Maya and time are interdependent. Maya creates the illusion of time, and time reinforces the illusion of Maya.

What is the relationship between Maya and space?

  1. Maya is a product of space.

  2. Space is a product of Maya.

  3. Maya and space are interdependent.

  4. Maya and space are unrelated.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Maya and space are interdependent. Maya creates the illusion of space, and space reinforces the illusion of Maya.

What is the relationship between Maya and causality?

  1. Maya is a product of causality.

  2. Causality is a product of Maya.

  3. Maya and causality are interdependent.

  4. Maya and causality are unrelated.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Maya and causality are interdependent. Maya creates the illusion of causality, and causality reinforces the illusion of Maya.

What is the relationship between Maya and suffering?

  1. Maya is the cause of suffering.

  2. Suffering is the cause of Maya.

  3. Maya and suffering are interdependent.

  4. Maya and suffering are unrelated.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is the cause of suffering. The illusion of separation created by Maya leads to a sense of duality and suffering.

What is the relationship between Maya and moksha?

  1. Maya is the obstacle to moksha.

  2. Moksha is the obstacle to Maya.

  3. Maya and moksha are interdependent.

  4. Maya and moksha are unrelated.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is the obstacle to moksha. The illusion of Maya must be overcome in order to attain moksha, the state of liberation.

Which of the following is not a way to overcome Maya?

  1. Self-inquiry

  2. Meditation

  3. Study of scriptures

  4. Rituals

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rituals are not a way to overcome Maya. Maya is an illusion of the mind, and it cannot be overcome by external actions.

What is the ultimate goal of spiritual practice in Advaita Vedanta?

  1. To realize the oneness of reality.

  2. To overcome Maya.

  3. To attain moksha.

  4. To become enlightened.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of spiritual practice in Advaita Vedanta is to realize the oneness of reality. This means to see through the illusion of Maya and to experience the true nature of reality, which is Brahman.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Maya?

  1. It is real.

  2. It is an illusion.

  3. It is a manifestation of Brahman.

  4. It is the cause of suffering.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is not real. It is an illusion created by our minds.

Which of the following is not a way to overcome Maya?

  1. Self-inquiry

  2. Meditation

  3. Study of scriptures

  4. Rituals

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rituals are not a way to overcome Maya. Maya is an illusion of the mind, and it cannot be overcome by external actions.

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