{"id":13367,"date":"2023-10-22T15:43:19","date_gmt":"2023-10-22T15:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=13367"},"modified":"2023-10-22T15:43:26","modified_gmt":"2023-10-22T15:43:26","slug":"philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Philosophy Optional Topic &#8211; Wise Previous Year Questions in UPSC Mains: Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika (2013-2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/books\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/L0DSjolptRXUxybz9hFq0TESMnSeCYa4N6uPyerj.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/L0DSjolptRXUxybz9hFq0TESMnSeCYa4N6uPyerj.png 1320w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/L0DSjolptRXUxybz9hFq0TESMnSeCYa4N6uPyerj-1170x369.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/L0DSjolptRXUxybz9hFq0TESMnSeCYa4N6uPyerj-585x184.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the challenging landscape of the UPSC Mains examination, the choice of an optional subject is a pivotal decision that can greatly influence a candidate&#8217;s success. Among the myriad options available, the Philosophy optional has always held a unique allure for those with a penchant for profound thinking and intellectual exploration. This blog series delves into one of the most intriguing facets of the Philosophy optional \u2013 the Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika school. Specifically, we will explore a curated selection of previous year questions from 2013 to 2023, offering aspirants an invaluable resource to navigate the intricacies of this philosophical tradition in the context of the UPSC Mains examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika school, rooted in ancient Indian philosophy, offers a fascinating exploration of epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics. As we traverse the spectrum of questions posed by the UPSC over the past decade, we&#8217;ll not only unravel the nuances of this profound tradition but also decode the evolving trends in the examination&#8217;s approach to philosophical subjects. Whether you&#8217;re a UPSC aspirant with a passion for philosophy or a curious mind seeking to understand the intricate web of Indian philosophical thought, this blog series aims to provide a comprehensive, insightful, and strategic guide for mastering the Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika optional topic in the UPSC Mains examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e0c9497fae9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e0c9497fae9\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Nyaya-Vaisesika_Philosophy_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_History_Optional\" title=\"Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika Philosophy &#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)\">Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika Philosophy &#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#FAQs_on_Nyaya-Vaisesika\" title=\"FAQs on Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika\">FAQs on Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Q_What_is_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\" title=\"Q: What is Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?\">Q: What is Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Q_What_are_the_key_texts_associated_with_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\" title=\"Q: What are the key texts associated with Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?\">Q: What are the key texts associated with Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Q_How_does_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy_differ_from_other_Indian_philosophical_schools\" title=\"Q: How does Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy differ from other Indian philosophical schools?\">Q: How does Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy differ from other Indian philosophical schools?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Q_What_are_some_prominent_concepts_in_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\" title=\"Q: What are some prominent concepts in Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?\">Q: What are some prominent concepts in Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Q_How_can_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy_be_relevant_in_contemporary_times\" title=\"Q: How can Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy be relevant in contemporary times?\">Q: How can Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy be relevant in contemporary times?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/philosophy-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-nyaya-vaisesika-2013-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nyaya-Vaisesika_Philosophy_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_History_Optional\"><\/span><strong>Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika<\/strong> <strong>Philosophy &#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. What are the necessary characteristics of padartha according to vaisesika philosophy ? (2017\/10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Explain the conditions of valid hetu as propounded in Nyaya philosophy. (2017\/10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Explain the early Nyaya definition of perception. Why this definition is considered inadequate by the later Naiyayikas ? (2017\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. \u2018Our knowledge is confined to gunas only\u2019. Examine this statement in the light of\u00a0Vaisesika and Buddhist controversy.(2015\/15)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Is anyathakhyativada an adequate explanation of error?(2015\/15)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Bring out the philosophical implications of introducingextraordinary(aluakik) perception in Nyaya philosophy. (2014\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. What is Samavaya ? What are the grounds for accepting samavayaas distinct padartha ? (2013\/10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Analyse the Nyaya concept of vyapti and examine its relation withtark .(2013\/12 \u00bd)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Examine Nyaya-Vaisesika\u2019s arguments for the existence of\u00a0jivatma(soul).(2013\/12 \u00bd)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. Do you find any inadequacy in the proofs for the existence of Godas given by Naiyayikas? Give reasons in support of your answer.(2011\/15)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. Why do the Vaisesikas treat Abhava as an independent category? Explain. (2011\/15)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>12. Explain the reason for introducing the notion of extraordinary perception in\u00a0nyaya-epistemology. (2010\/30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>13. Can qualities exist without substance? Substantiate your views inthe light of Nyaya-Buddhism controversy? (2010\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>14. Hetvabhasa according to\u00a0Nyaya.(2009\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15. Compare the viewpoints of Nyaya , Vaisesika , Mimansa andBuddhism on the issue of\u00a0knowledge of abhava. (2009\/60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>16. Samanya in Vaisesika. Short notes. (2008\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>17. Discuss critically Nyaya notion of Vyapti. (2008\/60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18. Explain fully Nyaya\u2019s Asatkaryavada. (2007\/60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>19. Explain Nyaya theory of\u00a0Pramanas. (2006\/60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>20. Nature and kinds of Pratyaksha according to Nyaya. Short Notes.(2005\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>21. State and discuss the nature and kinds of Dravyas according toVaisesikas. (2005\/60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>22. Nature and kind of anumanas according to Nyaya. Short Notes.(2004\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>23. The Nyaya-vaisesika view of Samanya. Short Notes. (2003\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>24. Nyaya view of Self. Short\u00a0Notes. (2002\/20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>25. Evaluate the Nyaya-Vaisesika theory of the nature of Vyapti. (2001)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Nyaya-Vaisesika\"><\/span>FAQs on <strong>Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\"><\/span>Q: What is Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika is a school of classical Indian philosophy that focuses on epistemology (theory of knowledge), metaphysics, and logic. Ny\u0101ya deals with the means of acquiring knowledge and the rules of correct reasoning, while Vai\u015besika delves into the study of ontology, exploring the nature of reality and categories of existence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_the_key_texts_associated_with_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\"><\/span>Q: What are the key texts associated with Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The Ny\u0101ya Sutras, attributed to sage Gautama, and the Vai\u015besika Sutras, traditionally ascribed to Kanada, are the foundational texts for these philosophies. These texts provide the systematic frameworks and philosophical insights that are further elaborated upon by later commentators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_does_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy_differ_from_other_Indian_philosophical_schools\"><\/span>Q: How does Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy differ from other Indian philosophical schools? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika stands out with its emphasis on logic, atomism, and the detailed classification of the elements that constitute the universe. In contrast to other schools like Advaita Vedanta or Buddhism, Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika places greater importance on the empirical world and the pursuit of knowledge through reason and perception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_prominent_concepts_in_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy\"><\/span>Q: What are some prominent concepts in Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Notable concepts include &#8220;pram\u0101\u1e47a&#8221; (the valid means of knowledge), &#8220;pad\u0101rtha&#8221; (the categories of reality), &#8220;anum\u0101na&#8221; (inference), and &#8220;dravya&#8221; (substance). These concepts play a crucial role in shaping the philosophical discourse within the Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_Nyaya-Vaisesika_philosophy_be_relevant_in_contemporary_times\"><\/span>Q: How can Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika philosophy be relevant in contemporary times? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Although Ny\u0101ya-Vai\u015besika is an ancient philosophical tradition, its exploration of knowledge, perception, and metaphysics continues to offer valuable insights into the nature of reality and human cognition. It provides a platform for addressing questions related to epistemology, ethics, and the philosophy of science, which remain relevant in modern philosophical discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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