pyq/2025/philosophy-optional-i/6

(a) Present a detailed account of Gautama's definition of Perception. (20 marks)

(b) How is Brahman conceptualised in Advaita philosophy as both Nimitta and Upādāna Kāraṇa of the World? Discuss with suitable examples. (15 marks)

(c) Discuss the debate between the Bhatta and the Prabhākara mīmāmsakas with reference to the nature of Non-existence (Abhāva) and its knowledge. (15 marks)