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The Current State of Indian Philosophy of Science

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the current state of Indian philosophy of science. It covers various aspects such as the historical development, key themes, and contemporary debates within this field.
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Which of the following is NOT a key theme in the current state of Indian philosophy of science?

  1. The relationship between science and traditional Indian knowledge systems

  2. The role of science in addressing social and environmental issues

  3. The impact of Western science on Indian culture and society

  4. The development of a uniquely Indian approach to science

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While the impact of Western science on Indian culture and society is a relevant topic in the broader context of Indian philosophy, it is not a key theme specifically within the current state of Indian philosophy of science.

Who among the following is NOT considered a prominent contemporary Indian philosopher of science?

  1. Debiprasad Chattopadhyaya

  2. Radhakrishnan

  3. Kapil Sibal

  4. Daya Krishna

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kapil Sibal is a politician and lawyer, not a philosopher of science.

Which of the following is a major contemporary debate in Indian philosophy of science?

  1. The compatibility of science with traditional Indian metaphysics

  2. The role of values in scientific research

  3. The relationship between science and technology

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are major contemporary debates in Indian philosophy of science.

Which Indian philosopher of science is known for his work on the concept of 'scientific realism'?

  1. Debiprasad Chattopadhyaya

  2. Radhakrishnan

  3. Daya Krishna

  4. Bimal Krishna Matilal

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Daya Krishna is a prominent Indian philosopher of science known for his work on scientific realism, which argues that scientific theories provide an accurate representation of reality.

What is the name of the journal published by the Indian Council of Philosophical Research that focuses on Indian philosophy of science?

  1. Indian Philosophical Quarterly

  2. Indian Journal of Philosophy of Science

  3. The Journal of Indian Philosophy

  4. Philosophy and Phenomenological Research

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Journal of Philosophy of Science is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Indian Council of Philosophical Research that focuses on Indian philosophy of science.

Which of the following is NOT a major center for the study of Indian philosophy of science?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru University

  2. University of Delhi

  3. Banaras Hindu University

  4. University of Cambridge

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the University of Cambridge is a major center for the study of philosophy, it is not specifically known for its focus on Indian philosophy of science.

What is the name of the annual conference organized by the Indian Council of Philosophical Research on Indian philosophy of science?

  1. The Indian Philosophical Congress

  2. The Indian Journal of Philosophy of Science Conference

  3. The International Conference on Indian Philosophy of Science

  4. The World Congress of Philosophy

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The International Conference on Indian Philosophy of Science is an annual conference organized by the Indian Council of Philosophical Research that brings together scholars from around the world to discuss various aspects of Indian philosophy of science.

Which of the following is NOT a major influence on the current state of Indian philosophy of science?

  1. Traditional Indian philosophy

  2. Western philosophy of science

  3. Postcolonial theory

  4. Feminist theory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While feminist theory has influenced various fields of philosophy, it is not a major influence on the current state of Indian philosophy of science.

What is the name of the book by Debiprasad Chattopadhyaya that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Indian philosophy of science?

  1. Science and Society in Ancient India

  2. Indian Philosophy of Science: A History of Indian Thought

  3. The Scientific Outlook in Ancient India

  4. History of Science in India

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indian Philosophy of Science: A History of Indian Thought is a book by Debiprasad Chattopadhyaya that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Indian philosophy of science.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge facing Indian philosophy of science today?

  1. The need to develop a more rigorous methodology

  2. The lack of dialogue between Indian and Western philosophers of science

  3. The influence of traditional Indian philosophy on contemporary science

  4. The need to address the social and ethical implications of science

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While the influence of traditional Indian philosophy on contemporary science is a relevant topic, it is not a key challenge facing Indian philosophy of science today.

What is the name of the book by Radhakrishnan that discusses the relationship between science and religion?

  1. The Hindu View of Life

  2. An Idealist View of Life

  3. Religion and Society

  4. The Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hindu View of Life is a book by Radhakrishnan that discusses the relationship between science and religion.

Which of the following is NOT a major theme in the work of Daya Krishna?

  1. The concept of scientific realism

  2. The role of values in scientific research

  3. The relationship between science and technology

  4. The compatibility of science with traditional Indian metaphysics

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While Daya Krishna has written extensively on the concept of scientific realism, the role of values in scientific research, and the relationship between science and technology, he has not focused on the compatibility of science with traditional Indian metaphysics.

What is the name of the book by Bimal Krishna Matilal that provides a critical analysis of the concept of scientific realism?

  1. The Logical Analysis of Metaphysics

  2. Epistemology, Logic, and Grammar in Indian Philosophical Analysis

  3. Perception: An Essay in Phenomenology

  4. Scientific Realism and Beyond

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scientific Realism and Beyond is a book by Bimal Krishna Matilal that provides a critical analysis of the concept of scientific realism.

Which of the following is NOT a major area of research in Indian philosophy of science today?

  1. The history of Indian philosophy of science

  2. The relationship between science and traditional Indian knowledge systems

  3. The role of science in addressing social and environmental issues

  4. The impact of Western science on Indian culture and society

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the impact of Western science on Indian culture and society is a relevant topic, it is not a major area of research in Indian philosophy of science today.

What is the name of the journal published by the Indian Philosophical Association that focuses on Indian philosophy?

  1. Indian Philosophical Quarterly

  2. Indian Journal of Philosophy of Science

  3. The Journal of Indian Philosophy

  4. Philosophy and Phenomenological Research

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Journal of Indian Philosophy is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Indian Philosophical Association that focuses on Indian philosophy.

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