| With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Samkhya School. |
| 1. Samkhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul. |
| 2. Samkhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent. |
| Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |
A) Only 1
B) Only 2
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
Exp. [b] The Samkhya School is part of the six orthodox schools of Indian philosophy. The sage Kapila was the founder of Samkhya School. This school denies the existence of God. However, rebirth and transmigration of soul are inherent in the Samkhya School. In Samkhya School, liberation results from the disappearance of the limitations of self-awareness. It is not from any external influence or agent.
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