[BA 5th Sem Question Papers, Dibrugarh University, 2014, Philosophy, Major, Philosophy of Religion]
1. Find out the correct answer: 1x8=8
- From the philosophical point of view, evils have instrumental value/intrinsic value.
- According to Auguste Comte, conception of powerful God is derived from power of supernatural/power of society.
- Buddhism is regarded as theistic/humanistic religion.
- The word ‘religion’ is derived from Greek/Latin word ‘religio’.
- Karl Marx’s method is known as dialectic materialism/evolutionary materialism.
- In Vaishnavism, Siva/Vishnu/Brahma is taken as the supreme deity.
- Jalaluddin Rumi was a mystic/empiricist.
- Neo-Vaishnavism of Sankaradeva is influenced by Shridhar Swami/Nimbarka.
2. Write briefly (any four): 4x4=16
- Scope of philosophy of religion.
- Saktism as a sect of Hinduism.
- The mystic experience.
- Marxism as anti-theistic trend.
- Totemism.
3. “The problem of God is central for philosophy of religion”. Do you agree? Explain the relation of philosophy of religion to theology. 3+8=11
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Distinguish between general belief and religious belief. Explain the role of revelation as a foundation of religious belief. 3+8=11
4. Critically explain psychological theory regarding the origin of religion. 11
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Critically explain metaphysical argument regarding the immortality of the Soul.
5. Critically explain the philosophical solution to the problem of evil. 11
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Critically evaluate Freudian psychoanalysis as anti-theistic trend.
6. Is Islam a monotheistic religion? Explain critically the basic features of Islam. 2+10=12
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Explain Vaishnavism of Sankaradeva. 12
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7. Explain the role of secularism and religious understanding for social integrity of the society. 11
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Explain different alternatives to build universal religion. Is it possible to build universal religion? Give your opinion. 6+5=11
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