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Indian Philosophy: Dvaita Vedanta

Description: Dvaita Vedanta is a school of Vedanta philosophy that propounds the dualistic nature of reality. It is one of the three main schools of Vedanta, along with Advaita Vedanta and Vishishtadvaita Vedanta. Dvaita Vedanta was founded by Madhvacharya in the 13th century.
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Who is considered the founder of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhvacharya is considered the founder of Dvaita Vedanta.

What is the central tenet of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The world is real and distinct from Brahman.

  3. The world is a manifestation of Brahman.

  4. The world is a combination of the real and the illusory.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta propounds the dualistic nature of reality, which means that the world is real and distinct from Brahman.

What is the relationship between Brahman and the world in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahman is the creator of the world.

  2. Brahman is the material cause of the world.

  3. Brahman is the efficient cause of the world.

  4. Brahman is the indwelling spirit of the world.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that Brahman is the efficient cause of the world, which means that Brahman is the agent that brings about the creation of the world.

What is the nature of the soul in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. The soul is a part of Brahman.

  2. The soul is distinct from Brahman.

  3. The soul is a combination of Brahman and the world.

  4. The soul is an illusion.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that the soul is distinct from Brahman, which means that the soul is an individual entity that is separate from Brahman.

What is the goal of human life in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. To merge with Brahman.

  2. To attain moksha.

  3. To live a life of virtue.

  4. To achieve material prosperity.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The goal of human life in Dvaita Vedanta is to attain moksha, which is liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the path to moksha in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Bhakti (devotion).

  2. Jnana (knowledge).

  3. Karma (action).

  4. A combination of all three.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that the path to moksha is a combination of bhakti, jnana, and karma.

What is the role of bhakti in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Bhakti is the primary means to moksha.

  2. Bhakti is a secondary means to moksha.

  3. Bhakti is not necessary for moksha.

  4. Bhakti is an obstacle to moksha.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that bhakti is a secondary means to moksha, which means that bhakti can help the devotee to attain moksha, but it is not the primary means.

What is the role of jnana in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Jnana is the primary means to moksha.

  2. Jnana is a secondary means to moksha.

  3. Jnana is not necessary for moksha.

  4. Jnana is an obstacle to moksha.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that jnana is a secondary means to moksha, which means that jnana can help the devotee to attain moksha, but it is not the primary means.

What is the role of karma in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Karma is the primary means to moksha.

  2. Karma is a secondary means to moksha.

  3. Karma is not necessary for moksha.

  4. Karma is an obstacle to moksha.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that karma is a secondary means to moksha, which means that karma can help the devotee to attain moksha, but it is not the primary means.

What is the nature of moksha in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Moksha is the same as Brahman.

  2. Moksha is a state of union with Brahman.

  3. Moksha is a state of liberation from Brahman.

  4. Moksha is a state of eternal bliss.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta holds that moksha is a state of eternal bliss, which is characterized by the absence of suffering and the presence of perfect happiness.

What are the main criticisms of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. It is too dualistic.

  2. It is too monistic.

  3. It is too pessimistic.

  4. It is too optimistic.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

One of the main criticisms of Dvaita Vedanta is that it is too dualistic, which means that it posits a strict separation between Brahman and the world.

How has Dvaita Vedanta influenced other schools of Indian philosophy?

  1. It has influenced Advaita Vedanta.

  2. It has influenced Vishishtadvaita Vedanta.

  3. It has influenced Nyaya-Vaisheshika.

  4. It has influenced all of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta has influenced other schools of Indian philosophy, such as Advaita Vedanta, Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, and Nyaya-Vaisheshika.

Which of the following is a prominent Dvaita Vedanta philosopher?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhvacharya

  4. Nimbarka

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhvacharya is a prominent Dvaita Vedanta philosopher.

Which of the following is a key text of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Brahma Sutra Bhashya

  2. Bhagavad Gita Bhashya

  3. Tattva Prakasika

  4. Nyaya Sudha

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tattva Prakasika is a key text of Dvaita Vedanta.

Which of the following is a central concept in Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. Maya

  2. Ishvara

  3. Jiva

  4. Bhakti

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jiva is a central concept in Dvaita Vedanta.

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