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Q · PhilosophyMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about Samkhya philosophy: 1. It accepts the authority of the Vedas. 2. It advocates the dualism of Purusha and Prakriti. 3. It believes in a creator God. Which of these is correct?
TopicPhilosophy
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Samkhya accepts the Vedas (Astika) and is dualistic, but it does not accept a creator God.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only