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Samkhya Philosophy: The Concept of Gunas

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What are the three Gunas in Samkhya Philosophy?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, Tamas

  2. Dharma, Artha, Kama

  3. Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva

  4. Purusha, Prakriti, Mahat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three Gunas are the fundamental qualities or attributes of Prakriti (nature) in Samkhya Philosophy. They are Sattva (purity, goodness), Rajas (activity, passion), and Tamas (inertia, darkness).

Which Guna is associated with balance, harmony, and clarity?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattva is the Guna associated with balance, harmony, and clarity. It is the quality of purity, goodness, and light.

Which Guna is associated with activity, passion, and restlessness?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajas is the Guna associated with activity, passion, and restlessness. It is the quality of movement, change, and energy.

Which Guna is associated with inertia, darkness, and ignorance?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tamas is the Guna associated with inertia, darkness, and ignorance. It is the quality of heaviness, dullness, and resistance.

What is the goal of Samkhya Philosophy?

  1. To achieve liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and rebirth

  2. To attain union with the divine

  3. To gain knowledge of the true nature of reality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The goal of Samkhya Philosophy is to achieve liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and rebirth, to attain union with the divine, and to gain knowledge of the true nature of reality.

What is the relationship between the Gunas and Prakriti?

  1. The Gunas are the constituents of Prakriti

  2. Prakriti is the source of the Gunas

  3. The Gunas and Prakriti are identical

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gunas are the constituents of Prakriti. They are the fundamental qualities or attributes that make up Prakriti (nature).

How do the Gunas interact with each other?

  1. They are in constant flux and change

  2. They are in a state of equilibrium

  3. They are independent of each other

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gunas are in constant flux and change. They are constantly interacting with each other and influencing each other's qualities.

What is the role of the Gunas in the creation of the universe?

  1. They are the building blocks of the universe

  2. They determine the qualities of the universe

  3. They are the source of all diversity in the universe

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gunas are the building blocks of the universe, they determine the qualities of the universe, and they are the source of all diversity in the universe.

How do the Gunas affect the mind and consciousness?

  1. They determine the qualities of the mind and consciousness

  2. They influence the thoughts, emotions, and actions of the mind

  3. They are the source of all mental and emotional experiences

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gunas determine the qualities of the mind and consciousness, they influence the thoughts, emotions, and actions of the mind, and they are the source of all mental and emotional experiences.

How can we achieve balance and harmony in our lives according to Samkhya Philosophy?

  1. By cultivating Sattva Guna

  2. By reducing Rajas and Tamas Gunas

  3. By understanding the interplay of the Gunas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to Samkhya Philosophy, we can achieve balance and harmony in our lives by cultivating Sattva Guna, by reducing Rajas and Tamas Gunas, and by understanding the interplay of the Gunas.

Which of the following is not a quality of Sattva Guna?

  1. Purity

  2. Goodness

  3. Clarity

  4. Ignorance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ignorance is not a quality of Sattva Guna. Sattva Guna is associated with purity, goodness, and clarity.

Which of the following is not a quality of Rajas Guna?

  1. Activity

  2. Passion

  3. Restlessness

  4. Balance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Balance is not a quality of Rajas Guna. Rajas Guna is associated with activity, passion, and restlessness.

Which of the following is not a quality of Tamas Guna?

  1. Inertia

  2. Darkness

  3. Ignorance

  4. Harmony


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Harmony is not a quality of Tamas Guna. Tamas Guna is associated with inertia, darkness, and ignorance.

What is the ultimate goal of Samkhya Philosophy?

  1. To achieve liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and rebirth

  2. To attain union with the divine

  3. To gain knowledge of the true nature of reality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of Samkhya Philosophy is to achieve liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and rebirth, to attain union with the divine, and to gain knowledge of the true nature of reality.

How does Samkhya Philosophy view the relationship between Purusha and Prakriti?

  1. Purusha is the active principle and Prakriti is the passive principle

  2. Purusha is the conscious principle and Prakriti is the material principle

  3. Purusha is the unchanging principle and Prakriti is the changing principle

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Samkhya Philosophy views the relationship between Purusha and Prakriti as follows: Purusha is the active principle and Prakriti is the passive principle, Purusha is the conscious principle and Prakriti is the material principle, and Purusha is the unchanging principle and Prakriti is the changing principle.

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