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Philosophy · Q62

Classical Indian Epistemology and Metaphysics

Graduate and Post Graduate · Philosophy · question 62

Q62

Atma is dehaparnimana' this idea was upheld by which of the following school of philosopy?

A.
Buddha
B.
Carvaka
C.
Both A and B
D.
Jaina
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
The concept of "Atma is dehaparnimana" refers to the idea that the self (Atma) is identical to the body (Deha). This idea is upheld by the Jaina school of philosophy.

In Jainism, the concept of the self is intricately linked with the body, and the realization of the true nature of the self involves transcending the identification with the physical form. Jainism emphasizes the liberation of the soul (Atma) from the cycle of birth and death (samsara) through spiritual practices such as non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), and non-attachment (aparigraha).

Therefore, Option D correctly identifies the school of philosophy that upholds the idea of "Atma is dehaparnimana" as the Jaina school.