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Self and Phenomenology in Indian Philosophy

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Which ancient Indian philosophical school primarily emphasized the concept of 'Atman' or the individual self?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Vedanta

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Vedanta school of Indian philosophy, particularly the Advaita Vedanta tradition, placed significant emphasis on the concept of 'Atman' or the individual self.

In Indian philosophy, the term 'Anatman' refers to:

  1. The absence of a permanent self

  2. The illusory nature of the self

  3. The interconnectedness of all selves

  4. The ultimate reality of the self


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The concept of 'Anatman' in Indian philosophy, particularly in Buddhism, refers to the absence of a permanent, unchanging self or soul.

Which Indian philosopher is widely regarded as the founder of the phenomenological approach in Indian philosophy?

  1. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Sri Aurobindo

  4. K.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

K.C. Bhattacharya, a prominent Indian philosopher, is often credited with introducing the phenomenological approach to Indian philosophy.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'svayam prakasa' refers to:

  1. The self-luminous nature of consciousness

  2. The inherent luminosity of the world

  3. The reflective awareness of the self

  4. The intuitive apprehension of reality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'svayam prakasa' in Indian phenomenology signifies the self-luminous nature of consciousness, which is inherently illuminating and does not require external sources of light.

Which Indian philosophical tradition emphasizes the concept of 'adhyasa' or superimposition in its phenomenological analysis?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Nyaya-Vaisheshika

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta, particularly the teachings of Adi Shankara, places significant emphasis on the concept of 'adhyasa' or superimposition, which refers to the erroneous projection of one's own mental constructs onto reality.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'anubhava' refers to:

  1. Direct experience

  2. Conceptual understanding

  3. Inferential knowledge

  4. Verbal testimony


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'anubhava' in Indian phenomenology signifies direct experience, which is considered the primary source of knowledge and understanding.

Which Indian philosopher developed the concept of 'rasa' or aesthetic experience in his phenomenological analysis of art?

  1. Abhinavagupta

  2. Bharata Muni

  3. Kalidasa

  4. Bhavabhuti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhinavagupta, a prominent Indian philosopher and aesthetician, developed the concept of 'rasa' or aesthetic experience in his phenomenological analysis of art.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'nirvikalpa samadhi' refers to:

  1. A state of non-dual consciousness

  2. A state of deep meditation

  3. A state of sensory deprivation

  4. A state of altered consciousness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'nirvikalpa samadhi' in Indian phenomenology signifies a state of non-dual consciousness, where the distinction between the subject and the object is transcended.

Which Indian philosophical school emphasizes the concept of 'svatantrya' or freedom of the self?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Vedanta

  4. Mimamsa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nyaya school of Indian philosophy, particularly the teachings of Udayana, emphasizes the concept of 'svatantrya' or freedom of the self, which refers to the self's inherent capacity to act independently.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'svaprakasha' refers to:

  1. The self-luminous nature of consciousness

  2. The inherent luminosity of the world

  3. The reflective awareness of the self

  4. The intuitive apprehension of reality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'svaprakasha' in Indian phenomenology signifies the self-luminous nature of consciousness, which is inherently illuminating and does not require external sources of light.

Which Indian philosopher developed the concept of 'ananda' or bliss as the ultimate goal of human existence?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Vallabhacharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vallabhacharya, a prominent Indian philosopher and theologian, developed the concept of 'ananda' or bliss as the ultimate goal of human existence.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'adhyaropa' refers to:

  1. The superimposition of one's own mental constructs onto reality

  2. The projection of one's own desires onto the world

  3. The attribution of qualities to an object that it does not possess

  4. The erroneous identification of the self with the body-mind complex


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'adhyaropa' in Indian phenomenology signifies the superimposition of one's own mental constructs onto reality, leading to erroneous perceptions and misunderstandings.

Which Indian philosopher developed the concept of 'maya' or illusion as a fundamental aspect of reality?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Vallabhacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara, a prominent Indian philosopher and theologian, developed the concept of 'maya' or illusion as a fundamental aspect of reality, particularly in his Advaita Vedanta teachings.

In Indian phenomenology, the term 'nirguna Brahman' refers to:

  1. The attributeless Absolute Reality

  2. The Supreme Being with qualities

  3. The personal God

  4. The impersonal God


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'nirguna Brahman' in Indian phenomenology signifies the attributeless Absolute Reality, which transcends all qualities and distinctions.

Which Indian philosopher developed the concept of 'sat-chit-ananda' or 'being-consciousness-bliss' as the ultimate nature of reality?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Vallabhacharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vallabhacharya, a prominent Indian philosopher and theologian, developed the concept of 'sat-chit-ananda' or 'being-consciousness-bliss' as the ultimate nature of reality.

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