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Theories of Self in Samkhya Philosophy

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the various theories of self in Samkhya philosophy, one of the six major schools of Indian philosophy. It covers concepts such as the Purusha, Prakriti, and the Gunas, as well as their relationship to the self.
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According to Samkhya philosophy, the ultimate reality is composed of two fundamental principles. What are they?

  1. Purusha and Prakriti

  2. Brahman and Atman

  3. Dharma and Karma

  4. Maya and Avidya

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, the ultimate reality is composed of two fundamental principles: Purusha (consciousness) and Prakriti (matter).

What is the nature of Purusha in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Conscious, active, and unchanging

  2. Unconscious, passive, and changing

  3. Both conscious and unconscious

  4. Neither conscious nor unconscious

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, Purusha is described as conscious, active, and unchanging. It is the pure, transcendental consciousness that is the essence of the self.

What is the nature of Prakriti in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Unconscious, passive, and changing

  2. Conscious, active, and unchanging

  3. Both conscious and unconscious

  4. Neither conscious nor unconscious

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, Prakriti is described as unconscious, passive, and changing. It is the material principle that constitutes the physical world and is the source of all diversity and change.

What is the relationship between Purusha and Prakriti in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Purusha is the controller and Prakriti is the controlled

  2. Prakriti is the controller and Purusha is the controlled

  3. They are both independent and unrelated

  4. They are both interdependent and inseparable

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, Purusha and Prakriti are interdependent and inseparable. Purusha provides consciousness and agency, while Prakriti provides the material basis for experience. They are two aspects of the same reality.

What are the three Gunas in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

  2. Dharma, Artha, and Kama

  3. Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva

  4. Maya, Avidya, and Anatta

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, the three Gunas are Sattva (purity, harmony, and illumination), Rajas (activity, passion, and movement), and Tamas (inertia, darkness, and ignorance).

How do the Gunas influence the self in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. They determine the qualities and characteristics of the self

  2. They have no influence on the self

  3. They are the constituents of the self

  4. They are the source of suffering and bondage

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, the Gunas determine the qualities and characteristics of the self. The predominance of one or more Gunas in the self determines its nature and behavior.

What is the goal of Samkhya philosophy?

  1. To attain liberation from suffering and bondage

  2. To understand the nature of reality

  3. To achieve union with the divine

  4. To gain control over the Gunas

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of Samkhya philosophy is to attain liberation from suffering and bondage (moksha). This is achieved through the realization of the true nature of the self and its separation from Prakriti.

How does Samkhya philosophy explain the problem of suffering?

  1. Suffering is caused by the interaction between Purusha and Prakriti

  2. Suffering is caused by the Gunas

  3. Suffering is caused by ignorance of the true nature of the self

  4. Suffering is caused by attachment to the material world

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, suffering is caused by the interaction between Purusha and Prakriti. When Purusha identifies with Prakriti and its products, it experiences suffering.

What is the concept of Kaivalya in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. The state of liberation from suffering and bondage

  2. The state of union with the divine

  3. The state of perfect knowledge and wisdom

  4. The state of complete control over the Gunas

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaivalya is the state of liberation from suffering and bondage in Samkhya philosophy. It is achieved through the realization of the true nature of the self and its separation from Prakriti.

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Purusha

  2. Prakriti

  3. Atman

  4. Gunas

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Atman is a key concept in Vedanta philosophy, but it is not a central concept in Samkhya philosophy.

Who is considered the founder of Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Kapila

  2. Gautama

  3. Kanada

  4. Patanjali

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kapila is traditionally considered the founder of Samkhya philosophy.

What is the relationship between Samkhya philosophy and Yoga philosophy?

  1. Samkhya philosophy is the theoretical foundation of Yoga philosophy

  2. Yoga philosophy is the practical application of Samkhya philosophy

  3. They are two independent and unrelated schools of philosophy

  4. They are both atheistic schools of philosophy

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samkhya philosophy is considered the theoretical foundation of Yoga philosophy, which provides the practical means to achieve the goals of Samkhya philosophy.

Which of the following is NOT a type of Purusha in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Kshetrajna

  2. Hiranyagarbha

  3. Virat

  4. Ishvara

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ishvara is a concept in Vedanta philosophy, but it is not a type of Purusha in Samkhya philosophy.

What is the concept of Pradhana in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. The undifferentiated state of Prakriti

  2. The state of equilibrium of the Gunas

  3. The state of liberation from suffering and bondage

  4. The state of perfect knowledge and wisdom

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pradhana is the undifferentiated state of Prakriti before it evolves into the diverse world of phenomena.

Which of the following is NOT a product of Prakriti in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Mahat

  2. Ahamkara

  3. Manas

  4. Atman

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Atman is not a product of Prakriti in Samkhya philosophy.

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