Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Lokayata sect”:
1.The term lokayata signifies materialist thought.
2.Indian materialism has been named after Carvaka.
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: C
Notes:

Explanation: thought. Indian materialism has also been named Carvaka after one of the two founders of the school.

  • Carvaka and Ajita Kesakambalin are said to have established Indian materialism as a formal philosophical system.
  • Carvakas developed the concept of scepticism and believed in the pursuit of knowledge through experience. They questioned the authority of Vedas.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

 

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