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With reference to ancient Indian education systems and philosophy, consider the following statements regarding the Nyaya philosophy and the principles propounded by Maharishi Gautama:
- 1. Nyaya philosophy is a realistic and analytical philosophy founded by Maharishi Gautama (Akshapada), and its primary objective is to attain 'Moksha' (the ultimate cessation of suffering) through logic and valid means of knowledge.
- 2. This philosophy accepts four valid means of knowledge (Pramanas): Perception (Pratyaksha), Inference (Anumana), Comparison (Upamana), and Testimony (Shabd/Aaptopadesha).
- 3. According to Nyaya philosophy, God is not the creator of the world; rather, He is merely an efficient cause of this universe, operating creation from pre-existing atoms.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
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Nyaya philosophy is one of the prominent orthodox (astika) schools of Indian philosophy. Its founder is Maharishi Gautama (also known as Akshapada). Statement 1 is correct because Nyaya philosophy maintains a thoroughly logical, analytical, and realistic perspective aiming at liberation from suffering. Statement 2 is also correct because Nyaya recognizes four pramanas for valid knowledge (Prama): Perception, Inference, Comparison, and Testimony. Statement 3 is also correct; according to Nyaya philosophy, God is not the material cause of the world but the efficient cause, meaning He creates and operates the universe using the eternal atoms of nature. Therefore, all three statements are completely true.
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