Question

Q. With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements:

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 2 and 4 only
• B. 4 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Answer 1

The correct option is B 4 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect: Purva Mimansa or Mimansa establishes the authority of Vedas. It has an emphasis on reasoning and interpretation - justification for various Vedic rituals. According to this philosophy, attainment of salvation can be achieved through the performance of Vedic rituals.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Utter Mimansa or Vedanta refutes the ritual-centric philosophy of Purva Mimansa. According to this, salvation can be achieved through the realisation of Brahma (absolute truth) and not through rituals.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Charvaka school of philosophy refutes the authority of Vedas.
• Statement 4 is correct: Charvaka emphasises establishing contact with this ‘lok’ and does not believe in another world.