Indian Philosophy: Nyaya

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of Nyaya, one of the six major schools of Indian philosophy. Nyaya is known for its emphasis on logic and epistemology, and its contributions to the development of Indian thought. The quiz covers various aspects of Nyaya philosophy, including its basic principles, theories of knowledge, and arguments for the existence of God.
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Which of the following is a fundamental principle of Nyaya philosophy?

  1. The world is composed of atoms.

  2. The soul is immortal.

  3. Knowledge is derived from perception.

  4. The universe is governed by a creator.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers believe that knowledge is derived from perception, rather than from inference or testimony.

What is the term for the process of logical reasoning in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Anumana

  2. Vyapti

  3. Hetvabhasa

  4. Dharmakirti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anumana is the term for the process of logical reasoning in Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a type of logical fallacy identified by Nyaya philosophers?

  1. Ad hominem

  2. Straw man

  3. Begging the question

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers identified several types of logical fallacies, including ad hominem, straw man, and begging the question.

What is the term for the theory of knowledge in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Pramana

  2. Anumana

  3. Hetvabhasa

  4. Dharmakirti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pramana is the term for the theory of knowledge in Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a type of pramana, or source of knowledge, in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Perception

  2. Inference

  3. Testimony

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers recognize three types of pramana, or sources of knowledge: perception, inference, and testimony.

What is the term for the theory of atomism in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Vaisesika

  2. Anumana

  3. Hetvabhasa

  4. Dharmakirti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vaisesika is the term for the theory of atomism in Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a fundamental category of existence in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Substance

  2. Quality

  3. Action

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers recognize seven fundamental categories of existence: substance, quality, action, generality, particularity, inherence, and non-existence.

What is the term for the theory of causation in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Karman

  2. Anumana

  3. Hetvabhasa

  4. Dharmakirti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karman is the term for the theory of causation in Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a type of karman, or cause, in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Efficient cause

  2. Material cause

  3. Instrumental cause

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers recognize four types of karman, or causes: efficient cause, material cause, instrumental cause, and non-efficient cause.

What is the term for the theory of liberation in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Moksha

  2. Anumana

  3. Hetvabhasa

  4. Dharmakirti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the term for the theory of liberation in Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a means to achieve moksha, or liberation, in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Knowledge

  2. Action

  3. Devotion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophers believe that moksha, or liberation, can be achieved through knowledge, action, and devotion.

Who is considered to be the founder of Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Gautama

  2. Kanada

  3. Dharmakirti

  4. Udayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gautama is considered to be the founder of Nyaya philosophy.

Which of the following is a major text of Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Nyaya Sutras

  2. Vaisesika Sutras

  3. Tarka Sangraha

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nyaya Sutras, Vaisesika Sutras, and Tarka Sangraha are all major texts of Nyaya philosophy.

What is the term for the school of Nyaya philosophy that emphasizes the importance of logical reasoning?

  1. Navya Nyaya

  2. Prabhakara Mimamsa

  3. Advaita Vedanta

  4. Dvaita Vedanta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Navya Nyaya is the term for the school of Nyaya philosophy that emphasizes the importance of logical reasoning.

Which of the following is a prominent philosopher associated with the Navya Nyaya school?

  1. Gangesha Upadhyaya

  2. Madhusudana Saraswati

  3. Jagadish Chandra Bose

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gangesha Upadhyaya, Madhusudana Saraswati, and Jagadish Chandra Bose are all prominent philosophers associated with the Navya Nyaya school.

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