Question
With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school:
1 . Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transrmigration of soul.
2. Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:
B
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Explanation:
The Sankhya school of philosophy does believe in the concept of rebirth and the law of karma. It also holds that self-knowledge, specifically knowledge of Prakruti (material nature) and Purusha (consciousness), leads to liberation or Moksha.