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The Vaisheshika Philosophy of Consciousness

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According to the Vaisheshika philosophy, what is the primary substance of consciousness?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Prakriti

  4. Purusha

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Vaisheshika philosophy, consciousness is a quality of the Purusha, which is the eternal, unchanging, and indivisible substance of the self.

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

  1. The Purusha is the controller and the Prakriti is the controlled.

  2. The Prakriti is the controller and the Purusha is the controlled.

  3. The Purusha and the Prakriti are co-equal and independent.

  4. The Purusha and the Prakriti are one and the same.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the Purusha is the conscious, unchanging, and eternal substance, while the Prakriti is the unconscious, changing, and material substance. The Purusha is the controller of the Prakriti, and the Prakriti is the controlled.

What are the four main categories of consciousness according to the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Perception, inference, memory, and self-consciousness

  2. Perception, inference, memory, and emotion

  3. Perception, inference, memory, and desire

  4. Perception, inference, memory, and action

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that there are four main categories of consciousness: perception, inference, memory, and self-consciousness.

What is the role of the mind in the Vaisheshika philosophy of consciousness?

  1. The mind is the seat of consciousness.

  2. The mind is the instrument of consciousness.

  3. The mind is the object of consciousness.

  4. The mind is the controller of consciousness.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the mind is the instrument of consciousness, and that it is through the mind that the Purusha interacts with the Prakriti.

What is the nature of the self in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. The self is a permanent, unchanging substance.

  2. The self is a changing, impermanent substance.

  3. The self is a combination of permanent and changing substances.

  4. The self is an illusion.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the self is a permanent, unchanging substance, and that it is the Purusha that constitutes the self.

What is the relationship between the self and the body in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. The self is the controller of the body.

  2. The body is the controller of the self.

  3. The self and the body are co-equal and independent.

  4. The self and the body are one and the same.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the self is the controller of the body, and that the body is the instrument of the self.

What is the goal of human life according to the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. To achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

  2. To attain union with Brahman, the ultimate reality.

  3. To experience the highest form of pleasure.

  4. To fulfill one's dharma, or duty.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the goal of human life is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

What are the three main paths to moksha in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Jnana yoga, bhakti yoga, and karma yoga

  2. Raja yoga, hatha yoga, and karma yoga

  3. Jnana yoga, bhakti yoga, and raja yoga

  4. Bhakti yoga, karma yoga, and hatha yoga

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that there are three main paths to moksha: jnana yoga, bhakti yoga, and karma yoga.

What is the role of knowledge in the Vaisheshika philosophy of consciousness?

  1. Knowledge is the means to liberation.

  2. Knowledge is the object of consciousness.

  3. Knowledge is the instrument of consciousness.

  4. Knowledge is the controller of consciousness.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that knowledge is the means to liberation, and that it is through knowledge that the Purusha can realize its true nature.

What is the nature of reality according to the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Reality is composed of atoms and void.

  2. Reality is composed of Brahman, the ultimate reality.

  3. Reality is composed of Prakriti, the material substance.

  4. Reality is composed of Purusha, the conscious substance.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that reality is composed of atoms and void, and that these are the fundamental building blocks of the universe.

What is the relationship between consciousness and matter in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Consciousness is a property of matter.

  2. Matter is a property of consciousness.

  3. Consciousness and matter are co-equal and independent.

  4. Consciousness and matter are one and the same.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that consciousness is a property of matter, and that it is the Purusha that imparts consciousness to the Prakriti.

What is the nature of time in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Time is a linear progression.

  2. Time is a cyclical progression.

  3. Time is an illusion.

  4. Time is a property of consciousness.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that time is a linear progression, and that it is divided into past, present, and future.

What is the nature of space in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. Space is a void.

  2. Space is a plenum.

  3. Space is an illusion.

  4. Space is a property of consciousness.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that space is a void, and that it is the absence of matter.

What is the relationship between the individual self and the universal self in the Vaisheshika philosophy?

  1. The individual self is a part of the universal self.

  2. The universal self is a part of the individual self.

  3. The individual self and the universal self are co-equal and independent.

  4. The individual self and the universal self are one and the same.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy posits that the individual self is a part of the universal self, and that the universal self is the totality of all individual selves.

What is the role of the Vaisheshika philosophy in the development of Indian philosophy?

  1. The Vaisheshika philosophy is one of the six major schools of Indian philosophy.

  2. The Vaisheshika philosophy is the oldest school of Indian philosophy.

  3. The Vaisheshika philosophy is the most influential school of Indian philosophy.

  4. The Vaisheshika philosophy is the least influential school of Indian philosophy.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika philosophy is one of the six major schools of Indian philosophy, and it has played a significant role in the development of Indian philosophy.

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