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The Concept of Right Action in Indian Philosophy

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According to the Bhagavad Gita, what is the primary duty of an individual?

  1. To seek pleasure and avoid pain.

  2. To fulfill one's desires and ambitions.

  3. To perform one's duties without attachment to the fruits of action.

  4. To renounce the world and seek spiritual liberation.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita teaches that the primary duty of an individual is to perform their duties without attachment to the fruits of their actions. This is known as Nishkama Karma, or selfless action.

What is the central concept of the Nyaya school of Indian philosophy?

  1. The law of karma.

  2. The concept of dharma.

  3. The theory of atomism.

  4. The doctrine of liberation.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nyaya school of Indian philosophy is known for its emphasis on the law of karma, which states that every action has a corresponding reaction.

According to the Mimamsa school of Indian philosophy, what is the primary source of dharma?

  1. The Vedas.

  2. The Upanishads.

  3. The Bhagavad Gita.

  4. The Ramayana.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school of Indian philosophy holds that the Vedas are the primary source of dharma, or moral duty.

What is the concept of ahimsa in Indian philosophy?

  1. Non-violence.

  2. Truthfulness.

  3. Non-stealing.

  4. Celibacy.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the concept of non-violence in Indian philosophy. It is considered to be one of the highest virtues and is often associated with the idea of compassion.

What is the concept of dharma in Indian philosophy?

  1. Moral duty.

  2. Religious duty.

  3. Social duty.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dharma is a complex concept in Indian philosophy that encompasses moral, religious, and social duties. It is often translated as 'righteousness' or 'duty'.

What is the concept of karma in Indian philosophy?

  1. The law of cause and effect.

  2. The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

  3. The accumulation of good and bad deeds.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma is a complex concept in Indian philosophy that encompasses the law of cause and effect, the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, and the accumulation of good and bad deeds.

What is the concept of moksha in Indian philosophy?

  1. Liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

  2. Union with the divine.

  3. The attainment of perfect knowledge.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Moksha is a complex concept in Indian philosophy that encompasses liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, union with the divine, and the attainment of perfect knowledge.

Which of the following is NOT a virtue in Indian philosophy?

  1. Truthfulness.

  2. Non-violence.

  3. Stealing.

  4. Compassion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Stealing is considered to be a vice in Indian philosophy, as it is a violation of the principle of ahimsa (non-violence).

Which of the following is a key concept in the philosophy of action in the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Nishkama Karma.

  2. Dharma.

  3. Moksha.

  4. Karma.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nishkama Karma, or selfless action, is a key concept in the philosophy of action in the Bhagavad Gita. It refers to the idea of performing actions without attachment to the fruits of those actions.

According to the Nyaya school of Indian philosophy, what is the primary means of acquiring knowledge?

  1. Perception.

  2. Inference.

  3. Testimony.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nyaya school of Indian philosophy holds that there are three primary means of acquiring knowledge: perception, inference, and testimony.

According to the Mimamsa school of Indian philosophy, what is the primary goal of human life?

  1. To achieve moksha.

  2. To fulfill one's dharma.

  3. To acquire wealth and power.

  4. To enjoy sensual pleasures.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mimamsa school of Indian philosophy holds that the primary goal of human life is to fulfill one's dharma, or moral duty.

Which of the following is NOT a type of karma in Indian philosophy?

  1. Sanchita Karma.

  2. Prarabdha Karma.

  3. Kriyamana Karma.

  4. Agami Karma.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agami Karma is not a type of karma in Indian philosophy. Sanchita Karma refers to the accumulated karma from past lives, Prarabdha Karma refers to the karma that is currently being experienced, and Kriyamana Karma refers to the karma that is being created in the present moment.

Which of the following is a key concept in the philosophy of action in the Upanishads?

  1. Atman.

  2. Brahman.

  3. Maya.

  4. Karma.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Atman, or the self, is a key concept in the philosophy of action in the Upanishads. It refers to the true nature of the self, which is believed to be identical with Brahman, the ultimate reality.

According to the Advaita Vedanta school of Indian philosophy, what is the primary cause of suffering?

  1. Ignorance.

  2. Desire.

  3. Attachment.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Advaita Vedanta school of Indian philosophy holds that the primary cause of suffering is ignorance, desire, and attachment.

Which of the following is NOT a virtue in Indian philosophy?

  1. Truthfulness.

  2. Non-violence.

  3. Stealing.

  4. Compassion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Stealing is considered to be a vice in Indian philosophy, as it is a violation of the principle of ahimsa (non-violence).

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