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The Concept of Time in Indian Philosophy: A Phenomenological Approach

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Which Indian philosophical school is known for its emphasis on the concept of 'kala' or time?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Samkhya school of Indian philosophy places significant emphasis on the concept of 'kala' or time, considering it as one of the fundamental principles of reality.

According to the Samkhya school, what is the relationship between 'purusha' and 'prakriti' in the context of time?

  1. Purusha is the experiencer of time, while prakriti is the experienced.

  2. Purusha is the creator of time, while prakriti is the creation.

  3. Purusha and prakriti are both experiencers of time.

  4. Purusha and prakriti are both creators of time.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Samkhya philosophy, purusha is the conscious principle that experiences time, while prakriti is the material principle that is experienced in time.

Which Indian philosopher is known for his theory of 'trikala' or the three times?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ramanuja, a prominent philosopher in the Vishishtadvaita school, proposed the theory of 'trikala' or the three times, which includes past, present, and future.

What is the central idea behind the concept of 'maya' in relation to time in Indian philosophy?

  1. Maya is the illusion of time.

  2. Maya is the creator of time.

  3. Maya is the experiencer of time.

  4. Maya is the experienced in time.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian philosophy, particularly in the Advaita Vedanta school, maya is often understood as the illusion that creates the perception of time and the world.

According to the Buddhist philosophy, what is the nature of time?

  1. Time is linear and irreversible.

  2. Time is cyclical and repetitive.

  3. Time is an illusion.

  4. Time is both linear and cyclical.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Buddhist philosophy, particularly the Madhyamaka school, views time as an illusion or a mental construct rather than an objective reality.

Which Indian philosopher proposed the concept of 'kalachakra' or the wheel of time?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhvacharya, the founder of the Dvaita school, introduced the concept of 'kalachakra' or the wheel of time, which represents the cyclical nature of time.

What is the significance of the concept of 'kairos' in Indian philosophy?

  1. Kairos is the opportune moment.

  2. Kairos is the eternal time.

  3. Kairos is the cyclical time.

  4. Kairos is the linear time.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kairos, a Greek concept, is often discussed in Indian philosophy in relation to the idea of the opportune moment or the right time for action.

Which Indian philosophical school emphasizes the concept of 'nitya' or eternal time?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nyaya school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the concept of 'nitya' or eternal time, which is considered to be an independent and fundamental category of reality.

What is the relationship between 'atman' and time in Indian philosophy?

  1. Atman is the experiencer of time.

  2. Atman is the creator of time.

  3. Atman is the experienced in time.

  4. Atman is both the experiencer and the experienced in time.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Indian philosophy, particularly in the Upanishads and Vedanta schools, atman is often understood as both the experiencer and the experienced in the context of time.

Which Indian philosopher proposed the concept of 'anitya' or impermanence in relation to time?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nimbarka, the founder of the Dvaitadvaita school, emphasized the concept of 'anitya' or impermanence, including the impermanence of time.

What is the significance of the concept of 'samaya' in Indian philosophy?

  1. Samaya is the conventional time.

  2. Samaya is the eternal time.

  3. Samaya is the cyclical time.

  4. Samaya is the linear time.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samaya, a Sanskrit term, often refers to conventional or measured time, as opposed to 'nitya' or eternal time.

Which Indian philosophical school emphasizes the concept of 'paramarthika' or ultimate time?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vaisheshika school of Indian philosophy emphasizes the concept of 'paramarthika' or ultimate time, which is considered to be real and independent of the mind.

What is the relationship between 'karma' and time in Indian philosophy?

  1. Karma is the cause of time.

  2. Karma is the effect of time.

  3. Karma is both the cause and effect of time.

  4. Karma is unrelated to time.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian philosophy, karma is often understood as both a cause and an effect of time, as actions (karma) can influence the course of time and the experiences of individuals.

Which Indian philosopher proposed the concept of 'kala-traya' or the three modes of time?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara, the founder of the Advaita Vedanta school, introduced the concept of 'kala-traya' or the three modes of time: past, present, and future.

What is the significance of the concept of 'mukti' or liberation in relation to time in Indian philosophy?

  1. Mukti is the end of time.

  2. Mukti is the beginning of time.

  3. Mukti is beyond time.

  4. Mukti is irrelevant to time.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian philosophy, particularly in the Upanishads and Vedanta schools, mukti or liberation is often understood as a state beyond the limitations of time and space.

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