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The Concept of Atman in Indian Philosophy of History

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Which of the following is the central concept in Indian Philosophy of History?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Maya

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Atman is the central concept in Indian Philosophy of History as it refers to the individual soul or self.

What is the primary goal of human existence according to the concept of Atman?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samsara

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the primary goal of human existence according to the concept of Atman as it refers to liberation from the cycle of rebirth and suffering.

Which Upanishad is considered to be the primary source of the concept of Atman?

  1. Brihadaranyaka Upanishad

  2. Chandogya Upanishad

  3. Katha Upanishad

  4. Mundaka Upanishad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad is considered to be the primary source of the concept of Atman as it contains the famous statement 'Tat Tvam Asi' (Thou art That).

What is the relationship between Atman and Brahman according to Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Identity

  2. Difference

  3. Unity in diversity

  4. Non-dualism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to Advaita Vedanta, Atman and Brahman are non-dual, meaning they are one and the same.

Which philosopher is associated with the concept of 'neti neti' (not this, not this) in relation to the nature of Atman?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara is associated with the concept of 'neti neti' as he used it to describe the nature of Atman, stating that it is beyond all conceptualization and description.

What is the role of Atman in the process of reincarnation according to the concept of Samsara?

  1. Transmigration of the soul

  2. Cycle of birth and rebirth

  3. Liberation from the cycle of rebirth

  4. Union with the divine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the concept of Samsara, Atman is associated with the transmigration of the soul from one body to another.

Which philosopher emphasized the importance of self-realization and direct experience of Atman?

  1. Sri Aurobindo

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Swami Vivekananda

  4. Mahatma Gandhi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Swami Vivekananda emphasized the importance of self-realization and direct experience of Atman through meditation and spiritual practices.

What is the concept of 'jiva-atman' in Indian Philosophy of History?

  1. Individual soul

  2. Universal soul

  3. Cosmic consciousness

  4. Transcendental consciousness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Jiva-atman' refers to the individual soul or self, which is a manifestation of the universal soul or Brahman.

Which philosopher argued that Atman is the source of all knowledge and reality?

  1. Plato

  2. Aristotle

  3. Descartes

  4. Kant


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Descartes argued that Atman, which he referred to as the 'cogito' or 'thinking self,' is the source of all knowledge and reality.

What is the relationship between Atman and Maya according to Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Identity

  2. Difference

  3. Unity in diversity

  4. Illusion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

According to Advaita Vedanta, Maya is an illusion that veils the true nature of Atman, which is pure consciousness.

Which philosopher emphasized the importance of 'atma-vidya' (knowledge of the self) for spiritual liberation?

  1. Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shankara emphasized the importance of 'atma-vidya' as the means to attain spiritual liberation and realize the true nature of Atman.

What is the concept of 'atma-jnana' in Indian Philosophy of History?

  1. Self-knowledge

  2. Self-realization

  3. Self-liberation

  4. Self-transcendence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Atma-jnana' refers to self-knowledge or the realization of the true nature of the self or Atman.

Which philosopher argued that Atman is the ultimate reality and the source of all existence?

  1. Plato

  2. Aristotle

  3. Descartes

  4. Hegel


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hegel argued that Atman, which he referred to as the 'Absolute Spirit,' is the ultimate reality and the source of all existence.

What is the relationship between Atman and Karma according to the concept of Samsara?

  1. Cause and effect

  2. Action and reaction

  3. Reward and punishment

  4. Liberation and bondage


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the concept of Samsara, Atman's actions (Karma) determine its future experiences and the cycle of rebirth.

Which philosopher emphasized the importance of 'atma-nivedana' (self-surrender) to the divine?

  1. Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ramanuja emphasized the importance of 'atma-nivedana' as the means to attain spiritual liberation and realize the true nature of Atman.

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