The Mimamsa School and Its Teachings

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What is the primary focus of the Mimamsa school of Indian philosophy?

  1. The study of the Vedas

  2. The nature of reality

  3. The pursuit of liberation

  4. The development of ethical conduct


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school is primarily concerned with the interpretation and application of the Vedas, the sacred texts of Hinduism.

Who is considered the founder of the Mimamsa school?

  1. Jaimini

  2. Badarayana

  3. Shankara

  4. Ramanuja


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaimini is traditionally regarded as the founder of the Mimamsa school, as he is the author of the Mimamsa Sutras, the foundational text of the school.

What is the central concept of the Mimamsa school?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The central concept of the Mimamsa school is dharma, which refers to the duties and obligations that individuals must fulfill in order to maintain social and cosmic order.

According to the Mimamsa school, what is the primary goal of human life?

  1. To attain moksha (liberation)

  2. To fulfill one's dharma

  3. To acquire knowledge

  4. To experience pleasure


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school holds that the primary goal of human life is to fulfill one's dharma, as prescribed by the Vedas.

What is the role of the Vedas in the Mimamsa school?

  1. They are the ultimate source of knowledge and authority.

  2. They are a guide to ethical conduct.

  3. They provide instructions for performing rituals.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vedas are considered to be the ultimate source of knowledge and authority in the Mimamsa school. They provide guidance on ethical conduct, instructions for performing rituals, and insights into the nature of reality.

What is the primary method of inquiry used by the Mimamsa school?

  1. Logical analysis

  2. Meditation

  3. Scriptural exegesis

  4. Empirical observation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school primarily employs scriptural exegesis as its method of inquiry. Scholars analyze and interpret the Vedas to derive knowledge and insights.

What is the relationship between the Mimamsa school and other schools of Indian philosophy?

  1. It is opposed to all other schools.

  2. It is compatible with some schools but not others.

  3. It is independent of all other schools.

  4. It is the foundation for all other schools.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school is generally compatible with other schools of Indian philosophy that accept the authority of the Vedas, such as the Vedanta school. However, it is opposed to schools that reject the Vedas, such as the Buddhist and Jain schools.

What is the significance of the Mimamsa school in Indian philosophy?

  1. It provides a framework for understanding the Vedas.

  2. It offers insights into the nature of reality.

  3. It guides individuals in fulfilling their dharma.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school plays a significant role in Indian philosophy by providing a framework for understanding the Vedas, offering insights into the nature of reality, and guiding individuals in fulfilling their dharma.

How does the Mimamsa school interpret the concept of karma?

  1. Karma is the result of one's actions in this life.

  2. Karma is the result of one's actions in past lives.

  3. Karma is the result of both one's actions in this life and past lives.

  4. Karma is not a real concept.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school believes that karma is the result of both one's actions in this life and past lives. Good actions lead to positive consequences, while bad actions lead to negative consequences.

What is the ultimate goal of the Mimamsa school?

  1. To attain moksha (liberation)

  2. To fulfill one's dharma

  3. To acquire knowledge

  4. To experience pleasure


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the Mimamsa school is to fulfill one's dharma, as prescribed by the Vedas. This is believed to lead to a state of inner peace and contentment.

How does the Mimamsa school view the concept of moksha (liberation)?

  1. Moksha is the ultimate goal of human life.

  2. Moksha is a state of freedom from suffering.

  3. Moksha is a state of union with Brahman.

  4. Moksha is not a real concept.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school views moksha as a state of freedom from suffering, rather than a state of union with Brahman or the ultimate goal of human life.

What is the role of rituals in the Mimamsa school?

  1. Rituals are essential for fulfilling one's dharma.

  2. Rituals are a means of acquiring knowledge.

  3. Rituals are a way to experience pleasure.

  4. Rituals are not important.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school emphasizes the importance of rituals as a means of fulfilling one's dharma. Rituals are seen as a way to connect with the divine and to maintain social and cosmic order.

How does the Mimamsa school interpret the concept of Brahman?

  1. Brahman is the ultimate reality.

  2. Brahman is the creator of the universe.

  3. Brahman is the sustainer of the universe.

  4. Brahman is the destroyer of the universe.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school does not focus on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality. Instead, it primarily emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's dharma and following the teachings of the Vedas.

What is the relationship between the Mimamsa school and other schools of Indian philosophy such as the Vedanta school?

  1. The Mimamsa school is opposed to the Vedanta school.

  2. The Mimamsa school is compatible with the Vedanta school.

  3. The Mimamsa school is independent of the Vedanta school.

  4. The Mimamsa school is the foundation for the Vedanta school.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school and the Vedanta school are generally compatible with each other, as they both accept the authority of the Vedas. However, they differ in their primary focus and methods of inquiry.

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