pyq/2013/philosophy-optional-i/8

Write answers to the following in about 200 words each :

(a) Comment : 'Accepting sunyavada makes one indifferent to the pursuit of dharma.' Examine, in this context, Nagarjuna's arguments for sunyavada. (12.5 marks, 200 words)

(b) 'Not karma, but knowledge alone leads to moksa.' (Samkara). Do you agree? Justify your answer. (12.5 marks, 200 words)

(c) Evaluate Ramanuja's critique of Samkara's theory of maya. (12.5 marks, 200 words)

(d) Give a critical account of the concept of cittavrtti in Yoga philosophy. (12.5 marks, 200 words)