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The Comparative Study of Indian Philosophy of Religion

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Which of the following is not a major school of Indian philosophy?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism is not a school of Indian philosophy, but rather a religion.

What is the central concept of Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Inference

  2. Perception

  3. Validity

  4. Causation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nyaya philosophy is primarily concerned with the study of inference and its role in knowledge.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of atomism?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vaisesika philosophy is known for its theory of atomism, which posits that all matter is composed of indivisible particles called atoms.

What is the central concept of Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Prakriti

  2. Purusha

  3. Maya

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samkhya philosophy is primarily concerned with the study of Prakriti, the material cause of the universe.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of yoga?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Yoga philosophy is known for its theory of yoga, which is a system of physical, mental, and spiritual practices designed to achieve liberation from suffering.

What is the central concept of Mimamsa philosophy?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mimamsa philosophy is primarily concerned with the study of Dharma, which is the concept of moral and ethical duty.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Vedanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vedanta philosophy is known for its theory of Advaita Vedanta, which posits that the individual soul (Atman) is identical with the universal soul (Brahman).

What is the central concept of Jainism?

  1. Ahimsa

  2. Anekantavada

  3. Karma

  4. Moksha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jainism is primarily concerned with the practice of Ahimsa, or non-violence.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of Buddhism?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism is known for its theory of Buddhism, which posits that the goal of life is to achieve Nirvana, a state of liberation from suffering.

What is the central concept of Sikhism?

  1. Ek Onkar

  2. Guru Granth Sahib

  3. Khalsa

  4. Langar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikhism is primarily concerned with the belief in Ek Onkar, or the oneness of God.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of Bhakti?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Bhakti


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhakti philosophy is known for its theory of Bhakti, or devotion to God.

What is the central concept of Tantra?

  1. Ritual

  2. Symbolism

  3. Meditation

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tantra is primarily concerned with the practice of ritual, which is believed to be a means of achieving spiritual liberation.

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of Kashmir Shaivism?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Kashmir Shaivism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kashmir Shaivism is known for its theory of Kashmir Shaivism, which posits that the universe is a manifestation of Shiva, the supreme god.

What is the central concept of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahman

  2. Atman

  3. Maya

  4. Moksha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta is primarily concerned with the belief in Brahman, the universal soul, and its identity with the individual soul (Atman).

Which school of Indian philosophy is known for its theory of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisesika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Dvaita Vedanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta is known for its theory of Dvaita Vedanta, which posits that the individual soul (Atman) is distinct from the universal soul (Brahman).

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