Social Science

Indian Philosophy

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This segment explores core concepts and major schools of Indian philosophy. It features questions on Vedanta, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, and theories of knowledge and causality. These topics are essential for philosophy optional and general studies papers.

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Indian Philosophy Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a component of an inference in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Paksha

  2. Vyapti

  3. Sadhya

  4. Dharmata
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Explanation

Dharmata is not a component of an inference in Nyaya philosophy. The components of an inference are Paksha, Vyapti, Sadhya, and Hetu.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the minor term in an inference?

  1. Paksha

  2. Vyapti

  3. Sadhya

  4. Hetu
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Paksha is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the minor term in an inference.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the middle term in an inference?

  1. Paksha

  2. Vyapti

  3. Sadhya

  4. Hetu
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Explanation

Hetu is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the middle term in an inference.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the major term in an inference?

  1. Paksha

  2. Vyapti

  3. Sadhya

  4. Hetu
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Sadhya is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the major term in an inference.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the invariable relation between the middle term and the major term in an inference?

  1. Paksha

  2. Vyapti

  3. Sadhya

  4. Hetu
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Explanation

Vyapti is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the invariable relation between the middle term and the major term in an inference.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of inference in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Purvavat

  2. Sheshavat

  3. Samanyatodrishta

  4. Anupalabdhi
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Explanation

Anupalabdhi is not a type of inference in Nyaya philosophy. The types of inference in Nyaya philosophy are Purvavat, Sheshavat, Samanyatodrishta, and Karana.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from cause to effect?

  1. Purvavat

  2. Sheshavat

  3. Samanyatodrishta

  4. Karana
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Karana is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from cause to effect.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from effect to cause?

  1. Purvavat

  2. Sheshavat

  3. Samanyatodrishta

  4. Karana
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Purvavat is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from effect to cause.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from a part to the whole?

  1. Purvavat

  2. Sheshavat

  3. Samanyatodrishta

  4. Karana
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Explanation

Sheshavat is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from a part to the whole.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from the whole to a part?

  1. Purvavat

  2. Sheshavat

  3. Samanyatodrishta

  4. Karana
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Explanation

Samanyatodrishta is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the inference from the whole to a part.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a fallacy of inference in Nyaya philosophy?

  1. Asiddha

  2. Vyabhichara

  3. Anaikantika

  4. Satpratipaksa
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Satpratipaksa is not a fallacy of inference in Nyaya philosophy. The fallacies of inference in Nyaya philosophy are Asiddha, Vyabhichara, and Anaikantika.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the fallacy of affirming the consequent?

  1. Asiddha

  2. Vyabhichara

  3. Anaikantika

  4. Satpratipaksa
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Explanation

Vyabhichara is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the fallacy of affirming the consequent.

Multiple choice

What is the term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the fallacy of denying the antecedent?

  1. Asiddha

  2. Vyabhichara

  3. Anaikantika

  4. Satpratipaksa
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Asiddha is the Sanskrit term used in Nyaya philosophy to refer to the fallacy of denying the antecedent.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a key concept in Indian philosophy of education?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Maya

  4. Karma
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The concept of Atman, or the individual soul, is central to Indian philosophy and plays a significant role in shaping its educational philosophy.

Multiple choice

Which Indian philosopher emphasized the importance of experiential learning and advocated for a holistic approach to education?

  1. Swami Vivekananda

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  4. Sri Aurobindo
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Explanation

Rabindranath Tagore was a renowned Indian poet, writer, and philosopher who advocated for experiential learning and a holistic approach to education, emphasizing the importance of creativity, self-expression, and connection with nature.