Practice Introduction to Major Philosophical Undercurrents: Darsanas (schools of thought). - 2.4 | Module 1: Foundations of Indian Knowledge | Essence of Indian Knowledge Tradition
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define Darsanas.

πŸ’‘ Hint: What do we call these different viewpoints?

Question 2

Easy

What are the two main categories of Darsanas?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about which Darsanas accept Vedic authority.

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Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an Astika Darsana?

  • Nyaya
  • Jainism
  • Vaisheshika

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall which schools do not recognize the Vedas.

Question 2

True or False: Samkhya posits three realities.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the nature of Purusha and Prakriti.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Compare and contrast the ethical implications of actions in Nyaya and Buddhism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Pay attention to the philosophies behind ethical behavior in both schools.

Question 2

Evaluate how Samkhya's dualism affects its approach to liberation compared to Advaita Vedanta’s non-dualism.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look into how each school defines liberation based on their core philosophies.

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