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

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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Neither 1 nor 2
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Solution

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: Charvaka school of philosophy refutes the authority of Vedas.
  • Statement 2 is correct: Charvaka emphasizes establishing contact with this ‘lok’ and does not believe in another world.

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