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Q · PhilosophyMedium · 45s
Which statement about Carvaka is correct? 1. It accepts direct perception as the only valid source of knowledge. 2. It rejects inference and verbal testimony. 3. It believes in the immortality of the soul.
TopicPhilosophy
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Carvaka is materialistic, does not believe in soul immortality.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only