UPSC History The Gupta Empire Question Bank Miscellaneous/Pre-Medieval Period

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    Who among the following is called the founder of Indian Atomism?    [Chhatis G-PSC 2016]  

    A)   Maharshi Kapil            

    B)   Maharshi Goutam      

    C)   Maharshi Kanad     

    D)   Maharshi Patanjali      

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Maharshi Kanad is known for developing the foundations of an atomistic naturalism in Indian philosophy. His text is also known as kanada sutras, or Aphorisms okkanada.


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