Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The heterodox schools recognize the authority of the Vedas.
2.The Vedanta school of philosophy has no place for God in it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Hindu philosophy is generally classified into six orthodox or classical schools (astika) and three heterodox (nastika) schools.

  • The basic difference between these two branches of philosophy schools is based on the recognition of the Vedas: the orthodox schools recognise the authority of the Vedas, while the heterodox schools do not believe in the authority of Vedas.
  • Out of these nine systems, eight are atheistic as there is no place for God in them and only the Uttara Mimansa, which is also called Vedanta, has a place for God in it.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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