Indian Philosophy and the Global Political Landscape

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Which ancient Indian philosopher is known for his theory of non-violence and civil disobedience?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi is widely recognized for his advocacy of non-violence and civil disobedience as a means of achieving political and social change.

The concept of ahimsa (non-violence) is central to which Indian philosophical tradition?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Jainism

  3. Hinduism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The principle of ahimsa (non-violence) is a fundamental tenet of Jainism, emphasizing the avoidance of harm to all living beings.

Which Indian philosopher argued that the ultimate goal of human life is to achieve moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth)?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara, a prominent philosopher of the Advaita Vedanta school, emphasized the importance of moksha (liberation) as the ultimate goal of human existence.

The concept of dharma (righteousness) is a central theme in which Indian philosophical text?

  1. Bhagavad Gita

  2. Upanishads

  3. Manusmriti

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu text, extensively explores the concept of dharma (righteousness) and its significance in human life.

Which Indian philosopher proposed the theory of satya (truth) and ahimsa (non-violence) as the foundation of an ideal society?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi advocated for satya (truth) and ahimsa (non-violence) as fundamental principles for creating a just and harmonious society.

The idea of vasudhaiva kutumbakam (the world is one family) is rooted in which Indian philosophical tradition?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The concept of vasudhaiva kutumbakam (the world is one family) is often associated with the Hindu philosophy of Advaita Vedanta, emphasizing the unity of all beings.

Which Indian philosopher argued that the state should be guided by the principles of dharma (righteousness) and artha (material prosperity)?

  1. Kautilya

  2. Chanakya

  3. Vishnu Gupta

  4. Vatsyayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, is renowned for his treatise Arthashastra, which emphasizes the importance of dharma (righteousness) and artha (material prosperity) in statecraft.

The concept of karma (action) and its consequences is a fundamental principle in which Indian philosophical tradition?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The doctrine of karma (action) and its consequences is a central tenet of Hinduism, emphasizing the moral and ethical implications of one's actions.

Which Indian philosopher proposed the idea of swaraj (self-rule) as a means of achieving political independence?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was a prominent advocate of swaraj (self-rule) as a strategy for India's independence from British colonial rule.

The concept of anatta (non-self) is a core principle in which Indian philosophical tradition?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Hinduism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The doctrine of anatta (non-self) is a fundamental teaching in Buddhism, emphasizing the impermanence and illusory nature of the self.

Which Indian philosopher argued that the state should be based on the principles of justice, equality, and fraternity?

  1. B.R. Ambedkar

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India's constitution, advocated for a state founded on the principles of justice, equality, and fraternity.

The concept of ahimsa (non-violence) has been influential in which global peace movements?

  1. Civil Rights Movement

  2. Anti-Apartheid Movement

  3. Women's Suffrage Movement

  4. Environmental Movement


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The principle of ahimsa (non-violence) has inspired various global peace movements, including the Civil Rights Movement, Anti-Apartheid Movement, Women's Suffrage Movement, and Environmental Movement.

Which Indian philosopher argued that the state should be guided by the principle of sarvodaya (welfare of all)?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi advocated for sarvodaya (welfare of all) as a guiding principle for the state, emphasizing the importance of social and economic justice.

The concept of maya (illusion) is a central theme in which Indian philosophical tradition?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The concept of maya (illusion) is a fundamental teaching in Hinduism, particularly in the Advaita Vedanta school, emphasizing the illusory nature of the material world.

Which Indian philosopher argued that the state should be based on the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity?

  1. B.R. Ambedkar

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India's constitution, advocated for a state founded on the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity.

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