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Samkhya: The Dualistic Philosophy of Mind and Matter

Description: Samkhya is one of the six orthodox schools of Indian philosophy. It is a dualistic philosophy that posits the existence of two fundamental realities: purusha (consciousness) and prakriti (matter). This quiz will test your knowledge of the Samkhya philosophy.
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According to Samkhya, what is the ultimate goal of human life?

  1. To achieve moksha (liberation)

  2. To accumulate wealth and power

  3. To indulge in sensual pleasures

  4. To gain knowledge and wisdom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the ultimate goal of human life according to Samkhya. It is a state of liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What is the fundamental principle of Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Dualism

  2. Monism

  3. Pluralism

  4. Idealism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samkhya is a dualistic philosophy that posits the existence of two fundamental realities: purusha (consciousness) and prakriti (matter).

What is purusha in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Consciousness

  2. Matter

  3. The self

  4. The intellect


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Purusha is the conscious principle in Samkhya philosophy. It is pure consciousness, unchanging and eternal.

What is prakriti in Samkhya philosophy?

  1. Consciousness

  2. Matter

  3. The self

  4. The intellect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Prakriti is the material principle in Samkhya philosophy. It is the source of all physical reality.

What is the relationship between purusha and prakriti?

  1. They are independent of each other

  2. They are interdependent

  3. They are identical

  4. They are opposed to each other


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Purusha and prakriti are interdependent. Purusha is the conscious principle that gives life to prakriti, while prakriti is the material principle that provides the body for purusha.

What are the three gunas of prakriti?

  1. Sattva, rajas, and tamas

  2. Dharma, artha, and kama

  3. Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva

  4. Purusha, prakriti, and mahat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three gunas of prakriti are sattva (goodness), rajas (passion), and tamas (ignorance).

What is the role of the gunas in the creation of the universe?

  1. They create the different elements and objects of the universe

  2. They determine the qualities of the universe

  3. They cause the universe to evolve and change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The gunas play a role in all aspects of the creation of the universe. They create the different elements and objects of the universe, they determine the qualities of the universe, and they cause the universe to evolve and change.

What is the role of purusha in the creation of the universe?

  1. It provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to evolve and change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Purusha provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe. It is the conscious principle that animates the material world.

What is the role of prakriti in the creation of the universe?

  1. It provides the material substance of the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to evolve and change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti provides the material substance of the universe. It is the material principle that gives rise to the different elements and objects of the universe.

What is the role of the gunas in the evolution of the universe?

  1. They cause the universe to evolve and change

  2. They determine the qualities of the universe

  3. They create the different elements and objects of the universe

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The gunas play a role in all aspects of the evolution of the universe. They cause the universe to evolve and change, they determine the qualities of the universe, and they create the different elements and objects of the universe.

What is the role of purusha in the evolution of the universe?

  1. It provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to evolve and change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Purusha provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe. It is the conscious principle that animates the material world.

What is the role of prakriti in the evolution of the universe?

  1. It provides the material substance of the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to evolve and change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti provides the material substance of the universe. It is the material principle that gives rise to the different elements and objects of the universe.

What is the role of the gunas in the dissolution of the universe?

  1. They cause the universe to dissolve

  2. They determine the qualities of the universe

  3. They create the different elements and objects of the universe

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The gunas play a role in the dissolution of the universe. They cause the universe to dissolve back into its original state of undifferentiated matter.

What is the role of purusha in the dissolution of the universe?

  1. It provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to dissolve


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Purusha provides the consciousness that gives life to the universe. It is the conscious principle that animates the material world.

What is the role of prakriti in the dissolution of the universe?

  1. It provides the material substance of the universe

  2. It creates the different elements and objects of the universe

  3. It determines the qualities of the universe

  4. It causes the universe to dissolve


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prakriti provides the material substance of the universe. It is the material principle that gives rise to the different elements and objects of the universe.

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