INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

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In the systems of philosophy created by Indians, we find elements of materialistic philosophy in which of the following systems?
A
Vaisesika
B
Yoga
C
Karm Mimamsa
D
Samkhya
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In its most generic sense, “Indian Materialism” refers to the school of thought within Indian philosophy that rejects supernaturalism. It is regarded as the most radical of the Indian philosophical systems.

Detailed explanation-2: -Over centuries, India’s intellectual exploration of truth has come to be represented by six systems of philosophy. These are known as Vaishesika, Nyaya, Samkhya, Yoga, Purva Mimansa and Vedanta or Uttara Mimansa.

Detailed explanation-3: -Common themes Indian philosophies share many concepts such as dharma, karma, samsara, dukkha, renunciation, meditation, with almost all of them focusing on the ultimate goal of liberation of the individual from dukkha and samsara through diverse range of spiritual practices (moksha, nirvana).

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