BPYC-131 · June 2023 · English
IGNOU BPYC-131 June 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
INDIAN PHILOSOPHY
Structured previous year question paper for BPYC-131, June 2023 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 7
Verified: 24 Aug 2026
B. A. (GENERAL) (PHILOSOPHY)
(BAG)
Term-End Examination
June, 2023
BPYC-131 : INDIAN PHILOSOPHY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note :
(i) Answer all five questions.
(ii) All questions carry equal marks.
(iii) Answer to question nos. 1 and 2 should
be in about 400 words each.
Q1.Discuss the theory of causation given by Samkhaya Philosophy.
Q2.Elaborate the concept of Sunyata of Madhyamika Philosophy.
Q3.Write a note on the concept of Liberation in Jainism.
Q4.Elaborate on this concept of Abhava given by the Vaisesika school.
Q5.Answer any two of the following questions in about 200 words each :
(a) Elucidate the views of Carvaka on the concept of self. 10
(b) Describe the states of consciousness given by Mandukya Upanisad. 10
(c) What is the nature of Universe acording is Chandogya Upanisad. 10
(d) Write a note on the Moral Philosophy of Vidura.
Q6.Answer any four of the following questions in about 150 words each :
(a) How does Mundaka Upanisad establish the identity between Jiva and Brahman ? 5
(b) Discuss Anekantavada of Jainism. 5
(c) Discuss the nature of Moksa as given by Sankracharya. 5
(d) How does Samkhya prove the existence of Purusa ? 5
(e) Write a note on the Upamana Pramana in Nyaya Philosophy. 5
(f) Write a note on the Eightfold path of Buddhism.
Q7.Write short notes on any five of the following in about 100 words each : 4
(a) Anupramana of Madhva. 4
(b) Satkaryavada 4 (९०) Anirvacaniya Khyativada 4
(d) Bhuma Vidya 4
(e) Samadhi in Yoga philosophy 4
(f) Astika Dargan 4
(g) Pararthanumana 4
(h) Sruti