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The Yoga School of Philosophy and its Theory of Self-Realization

Description: The Yoga School of Philosophy and its Theory of Self-Realization is a branch of Indian philosophy that focuses on the study of the mind and the attainment of self-realization. This quiz will test your understanding of the key concepts and theories of the Yoga school.
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What is the primary goal of the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. To attain self-realization

  2. To achieve liberation from suffering

  3. To understand the nature of reality

  4. To develop moral and ethical values


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of the Yoga school is to attain self-realization, which is the realization of one's true nature as a pure, unbounded, and blissful consciousness.

What is the central concept of the Yoga school?

  1. The Atman

  2. The Brahman

  3. The Maya

  4. The Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The central concept of the Yoga school is the Atman, which is the true self or the inner essence of an individual. The Atman is believed to be pure, unbounded, and blissful consciousness.

What is the relationship between the Atman and the Brahman?

  1. The Atman is a part of the Brahman

  2. The Brahman is a part of the Atman

  3. The Atman and the Brahman are the same

  4. The Atman and the Brahman are different


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to the Yoga school, the Atman and the Brahman are the same. The Atman is the individual self, while the Brahman is the universal self. Both are believed to be pure, unbounded, and blissful consciousness.

What is the cause of suffering according to the Yoga school?

  1. Ignorance

  2. Attachment

  3. Desire

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to the Yoga school, suffering is caused by ignorance, attachment, and desire. Ignorance is the lack of understanding of one's true nature. Attachment is the clinging to objects, people, or experiences. Desire is the craving for things that are not necessary for one's well-being.

What is the path to self-realization according to the Yoga school?

  1. The Eightfold Path

  2. The Four Noble Truths

  3. The Three Gunas

  4. The Yoga Sutras


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The path to self-realization according to the Yoga school is outlined in the Yoga Sutras, a collection of 196 aphorisms written by the sage Patanjali. The Yoga Sutras provide a step-by-step guide to the practice of yoga, which is believed to lead to self-realization.

What are the eight limbs of yoga?

  1. Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi

  2. Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Moksha

  3. Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Karma

  4. Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Jnana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The eight limbs of yoga are Yama (moral restraints), Niyama (self-observances), Asana (physical postures), Pranayama (breath control), Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), and Samadhi (enlightenment).

What is the purpose of the Yama and Niyama?

  1. To develop moral and ethical values

  2. To improve physical and mental health

  3. To prepare the mind for meditation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Yama and Niyama is to develop moral and ethical values, improve physical and mental health, and prepare the mind for meditation.

What is the purpose of the Asana?

  1. To improve physical strength and flexibility

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To prepare the body for meditation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Asana is to improve physical strength and flexibility, promote relaxation and stress reduction, and prepare the body for meditation.

What is the purpose of the Pranayama?

  1. To control the breath and improve lung capacity

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To improve concentration and focus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Pranayama is to control the breath and improve lung capacity, promote relaxation and stress reduction, and improve concentration and focus.

What is the purpose of the Pratyahara?

  1. To withdraw the senses from external objects

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To improve concentration and focus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Pratyahara is to withdraw the senses from external objects, promote relaxation and stress reduction, and improve concentration and focus.

What is the purpose of the Dharana?

  1. To focus the mind on a single object

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To improve concentration and focus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Dharana is to focus the mind on a single object, promote relaxation and stress reduction, and improve concentration and focus.

What is the purpose of the Dhyana?

  1. To maintain focus on a single object for an extended period of time

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To improve concentration and focus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Dhyana is to maintain focus on a single object for an extended period of time, promote relaxation and stress reduction, and improve concentration and focus.

What is the purpose of the Samadhi?

  1. To achieve a state of complete absorption and union with the divine

  2. To promote relaxation and stress reduction

  3. To improve concentration and focus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the Samadhi is to achieve a state of complete absorption and union with the divine.

Who is considered to be the founder of the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Patanjali

  2. Kapila

  3. Gautama Buddha

  4. Mahavira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Patanjali is considered to be the founder of the Yoga school of philosophy. He is the author of the Yoga Sutras, which is the foundational text of the Yoga school.

In what century was the Yoga school of philosophy founded?

  1. 2nd century BCE

  2. 5th century BCE

  3. 8th century BCE

  4. 10th century BCE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Yoga school of philosophy was founded in the 2nd century BCE by Patanjali.

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