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The Concept of Prakriti in Indian Philosophy of History

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In Indian philosophy, what is Prakriti?

  1. The material cause of the universe

  2. The efficient cause of the universe

  3. The final cause of the universe

  4. The formal cause of the universe

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti is the material cause of the universe, which is the substance from which all things are made.

What are the three gunas of Prakriti?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

  2. Dharma, Artha, and Kama

  3. Moksha, Jnana, and Vairagya

  4. Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three gunas of Prakriti are Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas, which are the qualities of goodness, passion, and darkness, respectively.

Which guna is responsible for creation?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajas is the guna of passion, which is responsible for creation and activity.

Which guna is responsible for preservation?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattva is the guna of goodness, which is responsible for preservation and harmony.

Which guna is responsible for destruction?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tamas is the guna of darkness, which is responsible for destruction and inertia.

What is the relationship between Prakriti and Purusha?

  1. Prakriti is the material cause of the universe, while Purusha is the efficient cause.

  2. Prakriti is the efficient cause of the universe, while Purusha is the material cause.

  3. Prakriti and Purusha are both material causes of the universe.

  4. Prakriti and Purusha are both efficient causes of the universe.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti is the material cause of the universe, which is the substance from which all things are made, while Purusha is the efficient cause, which is the agent that brings about the creation of the universe.

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

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

  2. To attain material wealth and power.

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

  4. To experience pleasure and avoid pain.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of human life according to the Samkhya philosophy is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth, which is achieved through the realization of the true nature of the self.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Prakriti?

  1. It is eternal

  2. It is unconscious

  3. It is intelligent

  4. It is the source of all material things

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prakriti is unconscious, meaning it does not have the capacity for thought or consciousness.

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

  1. It provides the material substance from which the universe is made.

  2. It is the efficient cause of the universe.

  3. It is the final cause of the universe.

  4. It is the formal cause of the universe.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti is the material cause of the universe, meaning it provides the substance from which all things are made.

How does Prakriti interact with Purusha?

  1. Prakriti and Purusha are two separate entities that interact through the gunas.

  2. Prakriti and Purusha are two aspects of the same reality.

  3. Prakriti is subordinate to Purusha.

  4. Purusha is subordinate to Prakriti.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti and Purusha are two separate entities that interact through the gunas, which are the qualities of Prakriti.

What is the ultimate goal of Prakriti?

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

  2. To create the universe.

  3. To sustain the universe.

  4. To destroy the universe.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of Prakriti is to create the universe, which is the manifestation of its potential.

What is the relationship between Prakriti and the three gunas?

  1. The three gunas are the constituents of Prakriti.

  2. The three gunas are the qualities of Prakriti.

  3. The three gunas are the products of Prakriti.

  4. The three gunas are the manifestations of Prakriti.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The three gunas are the qualities of Prakriti, which determine its nature and behavior.

Which of the following is not a guna of Prakriti?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. Dharma

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dharma is not a guna of Prakriti. The three gunas of Prakriti are Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas.

What is the role of Prakriti in the process of evolution?

  1. Prakriti provides the material substance for evolution.

  2. Prakriti is the driving force of evolution.

  3. Prakriti is the goal of evolution.

  4. Prakriti is not involved in evolution.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prakriti provides the material substance for evolution, which is the process of change and development in the universe.

How does Prakriti interact with consciousness?

  1. Prakriti is the source of consciousness.

  2. Consciousness is a product of Prakriti.

  3. Prakriti and consciousness are two separate entities that interact with each other.

  4. Prakriti and consciousness are one and the same.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Prakriti and consciousness are two separate entities that interact with each other. Prakriti provides the material substance for consciousness, while consciousness is the subjective experience of reality.

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