1. Find out the correct answer: 1x8=8
- ‘Dharma’ is identified with truth/beauty in Upanishads.
- There are four/five Varnas or classes in ancient society.
- ‘Artha’ and ‘Dharma’ have instrumental/intrinsic value.
- In Buddhist ethics, the ultimate aim of meditation is to earn/eradicate desire.
- Jainism lays greater emphasis on strict adherence to ethical code/ epistemology.
- According to yoga, there is theoretical/practical way to achieve self-purification.
- According to Veda/Bhagavad Gita, the four divisions of society have been created on the basis of inclination and profession.
- The universality of ethics has been proved by Gandhi on the metaphysical/axiological ground.
2. Write short notes on: 4x4=16
- Varnasrama dharma.
- ‘Artha’ as a Purusartha.
- Ahimsa in Gandhian ethics.
- Triratna in Jaina ethics.
3. “The aim of Indian philosophy is not merely to satisfy our intellectual curiosity but to give us a way of life.” Explain fully the meaning of the term ‘Dharma’ in the light of this statement. 11
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Discuss about the Caturasrama dharma with its ethical significance. 11
4. Explain the interrelationship between any two Purusarthas. 11
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Write on Purusartha sadhana that lead to the highest end.
5. State the ethical teaching of Carvaka. What are its theoretical foundations? 8+3=11
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Give a brief account of the ethical doctrine of Jaina. 11
6. “Yoga is cittavritti nirodha.” Explain. 11
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Write a note on ‘Satyagraha’ after Gandhi.
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7. Give an account of the ethics of Bhagavad Gita. 11
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How does Gita synthetize Jnana, karma and bhakti margas? Explain.
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