Indian Metaphysics

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Which of the following is a fundamental concept in Indian metaphysics?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Maya

  4. Karma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Brahman is the ultimate reality in Indian metaphysics, the source of all existence and consciousness.

What is the relationship between Atman and Brahman?

  1. Atman is a part of Brahman.

  2. Brahman is a part of Atman.

  3. Atman and Brahman are identical.

  4. Atman and Brahman are separate.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Advaita Vedanta, the ultimate goal is to realize the identity of Atman and Brahman.

What is the concept of Maya in Indian metaphysics?

  1. Maya is the ultimate reality.

  2. Maya is an illusion.

  3. Maya is the source of all suffering.

  4. Maya is the power of Brahman.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Maya is the illusion that the world is real and separate from Brahman.

What is the concept of Karma in Indian metaphysics?

  1. Karma is the law of cause and effect.

  2. Karma is the result of one's actions.

  3. Karma is the cycle of birth and rebirth.

  4. Karma is the ultimate goal of life.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma is the belief that one's actions in this life will have consequences in future lives.

Which of the following is a major school of Indian metaphysics?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Nyaya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta is the school of Indian metaphysics that emphasizes the identity of Atman and Brahman.

Who is considered to be the founder of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara is considered to be the founder of Advaita Vedanta.

What is the concept of Moksha in Indian metaphysics?

  1. Moksha is the ultimate goal of life.

  2. Moksha is the state of liberation from suffering.

  3. Moksha is the state of union with Brahman.

  4. Moksha is the state of eternal bliss.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Moksha is the ultimate goal of life in Indian metaphysics, and it is the state of liberation from suffering.

Which of the following is a major concept in Nyaya metaphysics?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Maya

  4. Pramana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pramana is the concept of epistemology in Nyaya metaphysics, and it refers to the means of acquiring knowledge.

What is the concept of Anumana in Nyaya metaphysics?

  1. Anumana is the process of inference.

  2. Anumana is the process of perception.

  3. Anumana is the process of memory.

  4. Anumana is the process of doubt.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anumana is the process of inference in Nyaya metaphysics, and it is one of the four means of acquiring knowledge.

Which of the following is a major school of Indian metaphysics that emphasizes the reality of the world?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Nyaya


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta is the school of Indian metaphysics that emphasizes the reality of the world and the distinction between Atman and Brahman.

Who is considered to be the founder of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhvacharya is considered to be the founder of Dvaita Vedanta.

What is the concept of Tattvas in Nyaya metaphysics?

  1. Tattvas are the ultimate constituents of reality.

  2. Tattvas are the categories of reality.

  3. Tattvas are the means of acquiring knowledge.

  4. Tattvas are the objects of knowledge.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tattvas are the categories of reality in Nyaya metaphysics, and they include things like substance, quality, action, and time.

Which of the following is a major school of Indian metaphysics that emphasizes the reality of God?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Nyaya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vishishtadvaita Vedanta is the school of Indian metaphysics that emphasizes the reality of God and the distinction between God and the world.

Who is considered to be the founder of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ramanuja is considered to be the founder of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta.

What is the concept of Bhakti in Indian metaphysics?

  1. Bhakti is the path of devotion to God.

  2. Bhakti is the path of knowledge.

  3. Bhakti is the path of action.

  4. Bhakti is the path of meditation.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhakti is the path of devotion to God in Indian metaphysics, and it is considered to be one of the most important means of achieving Moksha.

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