Insights Static Quiz -3, 2018
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to Samkhya philosophy, consider the following statements:
- Samkhya adopts a consistent dualism of matter (prakriti) and the eternal spirit (purusha)
- Unlike many Western counterparts Samkhya is atheistic
Which of the above statements is/correct?
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Solution: c)
Similar question was asked by UPSC in CSP – 2013
Sāṅkhya (often spelled Sāṁkhya) is one of the major “orthodox” (or Hindu) Indian philosophies. Two millennia ago it was the representative Hindu philosophy. Its classical formulation is found in Īśvarakṛṣṇa’s Sāṅkhya-Kārikā (ca. 350 C.E.), a condensed account in seventy-two verses. It is a strong Indian example of metaphysical dualism, but unlike many Western counterparts it is atheistic. The two types of entities of Sāṅkhya are Prakṛti and puruṣa-s, namely Nature and persons. Nature is singular, and persons are numerous. Both are eternal and independent of each other. Persons (puruṣa-s) are essentially unchangeable, inactive, conscious entities, who nonetheless gain something from contact with Nature.
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Solution: c)
Similar question was asked by UPSC in CSP – 2013
Sāṅkhya (often spelled Sāṁkhya) is one of the major “orthodox” (or Hindu) Indian philosophies. Two millennia ago it was the representative Hindu philosophy. Its classical formulation is found in Īśvarakṛṣṇa’s Sāṅkhya-Kārikā (ca. 350 C.E.), a condensed account in seventy-two verses. It is a strong Indian example of metaphysical dualism, but unlike many Western counterparts it is atheistic. The two types of entities of Sāṅkhya are Prakṛti and puruṣa-s, namely Nature and persons. Nature is singular, and persons are numerous. Both are eternal and independent of each other. Persons (puruṣa-s) are essentially unchangeable, inactive, conscious entities, who nonetheless gain something from contact with Nature.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to Tirumurai, consider the following statements:
- It is predominantly secular in nature
- These are compendium of songs or hymns in praise of Vishnu
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
It is a twelve volume compendium of songs or hymns in praise of Shiva in the Tamil language from the 6th to the 11th century by various poets in South India.
It is not secular like Sangam literature.
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Solution: d)
It is a twelve volume compendium of songs or hymns in praise of Shiva in the Tamil language from the 6th to the 11th century by various poets in South India.
It is not secular like Sangam literature.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
WIth reference to Sangam literature, consider the following statements:
- Sangam literature deals with emotional and material topics such as love, war, governance, trade and bereavement
- The greatest Tamil scholar, Thiruvalluvar, lived during the Sangam age
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: c)
Sangam literature deals with emotional and material topics such as love, war, governance, trade and bereavement.[12] Some of the greatest Tamil scholars, like Thiruvalluvar, who wrote on ethics, and on the various issues of life like virtue, wealth and love, or the Tamil poet Mamulanar, who explored historical incidents that happened in India, lived during the Sangam period.
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Solution: c)
Sangam literature deals with emotional and material topics such as love, war, governance, trade and bereavement.[12] Some of the greatest Tamil scholars, like Thiruvalluvar, who wrote on ethics, and on the various issues of life like virtue, wealth and love, or the Tamil poet Mamulanar, who explored historical incidents that happened in India, lived during the Sangam period.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to Tantra, consider the following statements:
- Icons, puja and temple building were introduced into Hinduism by Tantra
- In Buddhism, the Theravada tradition is known for its extensive tantra ideas and practices
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
In Buddhism, the Vajrayana tradition is known for its extensive tantra ideas and practices. Tantric Hindu and Buddhist traditions have influenced other Eastern religious traditions such as Jainism, Sikhism, the Tibetan Bön tradition, Daoism, and the Japanese Shintō tradition. Tantra introduced icons, puja and temple building into Hinduism. The Hindu texts that describe these topics are called Tantras, Āgamas or Samhitās.
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Solution: a)
In Buddhism, the Vajrayana tradition is known for its extensive tantra ideas and practices. Tantric Hindu and Buddhist traditions have influenced other Eastern religious traditions such as Jainism, Sikhism, the Tibetan Bön tradition, Daoism, and the Japanese Shintō tradition. Tantra introduced icons, puja and temple building into Hinduism. The Hindu texts that describe these topics are called Tantras, Āgamas or Samhitās.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the Gommateshwara Statue, consider the following statements:
- It is dedicated to the Jain god Bahubali
- It was constructed by Hoysala ruler Chavundaraya
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: a)
The statue Gommateshwara is dedicated to the Jain god Bahubali. It was built around 983 A.D. and is one of the largest free standing statues in the world.[1] The construction of the statue was commissioned by the Ganga dynasty minister and commander, Chavundaraya. Neighboring areas have Jain temples known as basadis and several images of the Tirthankaras.
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Solution: a)
The statue Gommateshwara is dedicated to the Jain god Bahubali. It was built around 983 A.D. and is one of the largest free standing statues in the world.[1] The construction of the statue was commissioned by the Ganga dynasty minister and commander, Chavundaraya. Neighboring areas have Jain temples known as basadis and several images of the Tirthankaras.
