pyq/2020/philosophy-optional-i/6

(a) How is Kṣaṇikavāda a logical derivative of Pratītyasamutpāda in Buddhism? Explain. (20 marks)

(b) Critically evaluate Cārvākas' rejection of Ākāśa as one of the elements of reality and examine their criticism of transmigration of Soul. (15 marks)

(c) Explain the concepts of ‘Anyathāsiddha’ and ‘Ananyathāsiddha’ in the context of Asatkāryavāda. (15 marks)