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The Methods of Indian Philosophy of Language

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Which of the following is not a method of Indian philosophy of language?

  1. Anvaya-vyatireka

  2. Tarka

  3. Upamana

  4. Arthapatti

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Upamana is a method of reasoning based on analogy, which is not used in Indian philosophy of language.

What is the main purpose of the anvaya-vyatireka method?

  1. To establish the meaning of a word

  2. To prove the existence of God

  3. To refute a false argument

  4. To determine the nature of reality

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The anvaya-vyatireka method is used to establish the meaning of a word by showing that it is present in all cases where the word is used correctly and absent in all cases where the word is used incorrectly.

What is the difference between tarka and vāda?

  1. Tarka is a formal debate, while vāda is an informal discussion.

  2. Tarka is used to establish the truth of a proposition, while vāda is used to refute a false argument.

  3. Tarka is based on reason, while vāda is based on emotion.

  4. Tarka is a method of Indian philosophy of language, while vāda is a method of Indian philosophy of religion.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tarka is a method of reasoning that is used to establish the truth of a proposition by providing evidence and arguments in its favor. Vāda, on the other hand, is a method of debate that is used to refute a false argument by pointing out its flaws and inconsistencies.

What is the role of arthapatti in Indian philosophy of language?

  1. To establish the meaning of a word

  2. To prove the existence of God

  3. To refute a false argument

  4. To determine the nature of reality

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arthapatti is a method of reasoning that is used to determine the nature of reality by inferring the existence of something from the fact that it is necessary to explain some other phenomenon.

Which of the following is an example of an anvaya-vyatireka argument?

  1. All crows are black.

  2. All bachelors are unmarried.

  3. All fires are hot.

  4. All water is wet.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The statement "All crows are black" is an example of an anvaya-vyatireka argument because it shows that the property of being black is present in all cases where the word "crow" is used correctly and absent in all cases where the word "crow" is used incorrectly.

Which of the following is an example of a tarka argument?

  1. If God exists, then the world must have a purpose.

  2. If there is no God, then there is no morality.

  3. If the universe is infinite, then it must have existed forever.

  4. If time travel is possible, then it must be possible to change the past.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The statement "If God exists, then the world must have a purpose" is an example of a tarka argument because it provides evidence and arguments in favor of the proposition that God exists.

Which of the following is an example of a vāda argument?

  1. The existence of God cannot be proven by reason.

  2. The theory of evolution is a hoax.

  3. Climate change is a myth.

  4. The death penalty is a violation of human rights.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The statement "The existence of God cannot be proven by reason" is an example of a vāda argument because it refutes the argument that God exists by pointing out its flaws and inconsistencies.

Which of the following is an example of an arthapatti argument?

  1. The sun must exist because we can see it.

  2. The wind must exist because we can feel it.

  3. The mind must exist because we can think.

  4. The soul must exist because we have consciousness.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The statement "The sun must exist because we can see it" is an example of an arthapatti argument because it infers the existence of the sun from the fact that we can see it.

Which of the following is a limitation of the anvaya-vyatireka method?

  1. It can only be used to establish the meaning of words that have a clear and unambiguous definition.

  2. It can only be used to establish the meaning of words that are used in a single context.

  3. It can only be used to establish the meaning of words that are used in a positive sense.

  4. It can only be used to establish the meaning of words that are used in a negative sense.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The anvaya-vyatireka method can only be used to establish the meaning of words that have a clear and unambiguous definition. If a word has multiple meanings or if its meaning is context-dependent, then the anvaya-vyatireka method cannot be used to establish its meaning.

Which of the following is a limitation of the tarka method?

  1. It can only be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on empirical evidence.

  2. It can only be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on logical reasoning.

  3. It can only be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on religious faith.

  4. It can only be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on personal experience.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The tarka method can only be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on logical reasoning. It cannot be used to establish the truth of propositions that are based on empirical evidence, religious faith, or personal experience.

Which of the following is a limitation of the vāda method?

  1. It can only be used to refute arguments that are based on logical reasoning.

  2. It can only be used to refute arguments that are based on empirical evidence.

  3. It can only be used to refute arguments that are based on religious faith.

  4. It can only be used to refute arguments that are based on personal experience.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The vāda method can only be used to refute arguments that are based on logical reasoning. It cannot be used to refute arguments that are based on empirical evidence, religious faith, or personal experience.

Which of the following is a limitation of the arthapatti method?

  1. It can only be used to infer the existence of things that are directly observable.

  2. It can only be used to infer the existence of things that are indirectly observable.

  3. It can only be used to infer the existence of things that are both directly and indirectly observable.

  4. It can only be used to infer the existence of things that are neither directly nor indirectly observable.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The arthapatti method can only be used to infer the existence of things that are directly observable. It cannot be used to infer the existence of things that are indirectly observable or that are neither directly nor indirectly observable.

Which of the following is the most important method of Indian philosophy of language?

  1. Anvaya-vyatireka

  2. Tarka

  3. Vāda

  4. Arthapatti

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The anvaya-vyatireka method is the most important method of Indian philosophy of language because it is used to establish the meaning of words.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian philosophy of language?

  1. It is based on the idea that language is a tool for expressing thought.

  2. It is based on the idea that language is a reflection of reality.

  3. It is based on the idea that language is a creative force.

  4. It is based on the idea that language is a social phenomenon.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indian philosophy of language is based on the idea that language is a tool for expressing thought. This means that the primary function of language is to communicate ideas from one person to another.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian philosophy of language?

  1. It is based on the idea that language is a tool for expressing thought.

  2. It is based on the idea that language is a reflection of reality.

  3. It is based on the idea that language is a creative force.

  4. It is based on the idea that language is a social phenomenon.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indian philosophy of language is based on the idea that language is a tool for expressing thought. This means that the primary function of language is to communicate ideas from one person to another.

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