Question 1

--------- is not a representative of Neo - Vedanta.

Accepted Answer

Sankara, also known as Adi Shankaracharya, is not a representative of Neo-Vedanta. He was an early 8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian who consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta, a classical orthodox Hindu philosophy, which predates the Neo-Vedanta movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, represented by figures like Vivekananda and Sree Narayana Guru.

Question 2

Creation according to Aurobindo is a process of

Accepted Answer

Aurobindo's philosophy posits that creation is a process involving both involution (the descent of the supreme consciousness into matter) and evolution (the ascent or awakening of that consciousness within matter towards its original state).

Question 3

Generally Indian Philosophy is described as ------

Accepted Answer

Indian philosophy is generally described as spiritual because it focuses on the search for ultimate reality and the meaning of life.

Question 4

The author of 'Life Divine' is :

Accepted Answer

'Life Divine' is a major philosophical work by Sri Aurobindo, in which he presents his vision of human progress and spiritual evolution.

Question 5

Truth and Non Violence are the key concepts in --------

Accepted Answer

Truth and Non-Violence are key concepts primarily associated with Mahatma Gandhi (Gandhiji), who emphasized these principles in his philosophy and political activism, particularly in the context of India's struggle for independence from British rule.

Question 6

Jnana Yoga is the work of ----------

Accepted Answer

Jnana Yoga is a book based on the lectures on the topic of Jnana Yoga by Swami Vivekananda. These lectures were delivered mainly in New York and London. Swami Vivekananda was a key figure in introducing the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world.

Question 7

The crux of Neo Vedanta is ---

Accepted Answer

Neo-Vedanta emphasizes the concept of human unity, focusing on the spiritual oneness of all individuals beyond the superficial differences of race, culture, or religion. It is a modern interpretation of Vedanta that seeks to reconcile Eastern spiritual teachings with Western ideals of humanism.

Question 8

------------- represents contemporary Indian philosophy

Accepted Answer

All these figures - Vivekananda, Ramana Maharshi, and Tagore - have significantly contributed to contemporary Indian philosophy, each bringing unique perspectives and teachings that have shaped modern thought in India and beyond.

Question 9

" Truth is a pathless Land" is a teaching of ------------

Accepted Answer

"Truth is a pathless land" is a famous teaching of Jiddu Krishnamurti, a philosopher, speaker, and writer on matters concerning the mind, meditation, human psychology, and the nature of truth.

Question 10

'Harijan' is the work of ----------

Accepted Answer

The term 'Harijan', meaning "children of God", was popularized by Mahatma Gandhi to refer to Dalits, aiming to eliminate untouchability in India and uplift the socially marginalized communities.

Question 11

According to Ramana Mharshi --------- is the core of his philosophy

Accepted Answer

Ramana Maharshi's core philosophy revolves around the concept of self-inquiry, which involves questioning the nature of one's own existence by asking "Who am I?" to delve into one's true self beyond the ego.

Question 12

Neo- vedanta is the ---------- application of Vedanta

Accepted Answer

Neo-Vedanta is considered to be a contemporary, reformative, and practical application of the principles of Vedanta, incorporating modern values and understanding.

Question 13

In Aurobindo's scheme - is involution

Accepted Answer

In Aurobindo's scheme, involution refers to the descent or the process by which the Supreme or the Absolute manifests itself in the form of the universe, implying a movement from a higher state of consciousness to a more material or manifest existence.

Question 14

----------- is the work of Chattambi Swamikal

Accepted Answer

Vedadhikara Nirupanam is a work by Chattambi Swamikal, where he argued against caste-based restrictions on studying the Vedas, emphasizing that Vedas are for all.

Question 15

In the evolution from mind to super mind, --------- is the intermediary step

Accepted Answer

The intermediary step in the evolution from mind to supermind, according to Sri Aurobindo's philosophy, is the overmind. The overmind serves as a transitional plane or state of consciousness between the human mind and the supermind, facilitating the evolutionary leap.

Question 16

The Vedanta that Vivekananda had introduced to the West came to be known as ----

Accepted Answer

Neo-Vedanta is the term used to describe the interpretation of Vedanta philosophy that Swami Vivekananda introduced to the West, which emphasizes universalism and non-dualism, adapting traditional Vedantic ideas to a new audience.

Question 17

-------- disagreed with Gandhiji on the question of social justice

Accepted Answer

Ambedkar disagreed with Gandhiji on the question of social justice, particularly regarding the treatment of Dalits in India. While Gandhi advocated for the upliftment of the Dalits through his Harijan movement, Ambedkar sought a more radical approach, including separate electorates for Dalits, to ensure their political representation and rights.

Question 18

---------- is not a Neo Vedantist

Accepted Answer

Ramanuja is not considered a Neo-Vedantist; he was a theologian and philosopher who lived in the 11th-12th century and is known for propounding the Vishishtadvaita (qualified non-dualism) philosophy, which predates the Neo-Vedanta movement that started in the 19th century with figures like Vivekananda.

Question 19

According to Vivekananda , universal religion is -----

Accepted Answer

Vivekananda believed that a universal religion already exists, emphasizing the underlying unity of all religions and advocating for a spiritual harmony that transcends individual doctrines.

Question 20

--------- is a key concept in Gandhian philosophy

Accepted Answer

Satyagraha, meaning "truth force" or "soul force," is a key concept in Gandhian philosophy, emphasizing nonviolent resistance or civil disobedience.

Quiz 1: Philosophical Concepts and Thinkers in Indian Philosophy