IGNOU BPYC-131 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Do you agree that “Indian philosophy is pessimistic and escapist” ? Substantiate your answer.

Q2.Write a detailed note on the idea of perception in Nyaya philosophy.

Q3.Write an essay on four noble truths (Catu Arya Satya) of Buddhism.

Q4.Explain and evaluate Anekantavada of Jain philosophy.

Q5.Answer any two of the following questions in about 200 words each :

(a) Write a note on the philosophical implications of ‘Tajjalaniti’. 10

(b) Explain briefly the nature of Moksa (Liberation) in Madhva’s philosophy. 10

(c) How does Samkhya philosophy prove the existence of Purusa ? 10

(d) What is Vivartavada ? Distinguish it from Parinamavada.

Q6.Answer any four of the following questions in about 150 words each :

(a) Distinguish between Satkaryavada and Asatkaryavada. 5

(b) What is the nature of ultimate reality, according to Vallabhacharya ? Discuss briefly. 5

(c) Critically evaluate the idea of Sabda Pramana of Nyaya philosophy. 5

(d) What is the nature of reality, according to Samkara’s philosophy ? Discuss briefly. 5

(e) What are the salient features of Carvaka metaphysics ? Discuss briefly. 5

(f) What is Yathartha Jnana, according to Nyaya philosophy ? Describe.

Q7.Write short notes on any five of the following in about 100 words each :

(a) Pararthanumana 4

(b) Smrti 4 (०0. Vedanga 4

(a) Samanyalaksana perception 4

(e) Avidya 4

(f) Upanisad 4

(g) Tattvamasi 4

(9) Mahakavya