Q. Which of the following statements with regard to the Vaisheshika school of philosophy is/are correct?
1.Founded by Kanada, Vaisheshika is known for its atomic theory, proposing that physical reality is composed of indivisible atoms.
2.Vaisheshika aligned closely with the logical framework of the Nyaya school, forming a combined tradition known as Nyaya-Vaisheshika.
3.Vaisheshika classifies all real entities in the universe under categories such as substance, quality, and action.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Sage Kanada’s Vaisheshika Sutra outlines a naturalistic atomism where physical objects consist of eternal, indivisible atoms (Anu) of earth, water, fire, and air combining under cosmic laws.
- Statement 2 is correct: Due to shared metaphysics and goals, Nyaya (focusing on epistemology/logic) and Vaisheshika (focusing on physics/ontology) merged into the unified Nyaya-Vaisheshika tradition.
- Statement 3 is correct: Vaisheshika analyzes reality by categorizing everything into six primary Padarthas: Dravya (substance), Guna (quality), Karma (action), Samanya (generality), Vishesha (particularity), and Samavaya (inherence).
