Hindu Philosophy Schools — Prelims Questions

With reference to the 'Darshanas' of Indian philosophy, consider the following statements: 1. Samkhya school is dualistic, positing Purusha and Prakriti as two ultimate realities. 2. Nyaya school accepts only Pratyaksha (perception) as a valid means of knowledge. 3. Advaita Vedanta, propounded by Adi Shankara, advocates the identity of Atman and Brahman. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following pairs of philosophical schools and their core tenets is/are correctly matched? 1. Yoga: Ashtanga Marga 2. Jainism: Anekantavada 3. Charvaka: Rejection of Pratyaksha as a valid pramana Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding the Mimamsa school of philosophy: 1. It primarily focuses on the interpretation and application of Vedic rituals. 2. It emphasizes the efficacy of actions (Karma) and the importance of performing Vedic sacrifices. 3. It posits a creator God as the dispenser of the fruits of actions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With respect to the heterodox schools of Indian philosophy, which of the following statements is NOT correct? 1. Buddhism rejects the concept of a permanent soul (Atman). 2. Jainism advocates for extreme non-violence (Ahimsa) and asceticism. 3. Charvaka accepts Anumana (inference) as a valid pramana. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following pairs: 1. Samkhya: Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) 2. Vaisheshika: Padarthas (Categories of reality) 3. Vedanta: Ashtanga Yoga Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?