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Question 56
With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs:
Historical person Known as
1. Aryadeva - Jaina scholar
2. Dignaga - Buddhist scholar
3. Nathamuni - Vaishnava scholar
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
Historical person Known as
1. Aryadeva - Jaina scholar
2. Dignaga - Buddhist scholar
3. Nathamuni - Vaishnava scholar
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
AOptions
A
A) None of the pairs
B
B) Only one pair
C
C) Only two pairs
D
D) All three pairs
BSolution
Let's evaluate each pair:
- 1. Aryadeva - Jaina scholar: This pair is incorrectly matched. Aryadeva was a prominent Buddhist philosopher, a disciple of Nagarjuna, and an important figure in the Madhyamaka school of Mahayana Buddhism.
- 2. Dignaga - Buddhist scholar: This pair is correctly matched. Dignaga was a highly influential Buddhist logician and philosopher from the 5th century CE, known for his foundational contributions to Buddhist epistemology and logic.
- 3. Nathamuni - Vaishnava scholar: This pair is correctly matched. Nathamuni was a revered Vaishnava acharya from the 9th-10th century CE, who is credited with systematizing the Vaishnava devotional hymns (Divya Prabandham) of the Alvars, laying the foundation for the Srivaishnava tradition.
Therefore, only two pairs (2 and 3) are correctly matched.
CStrategy
For 'Match the following' type questions, especially involving historical figures and their affiliations, focus on precise identification. Create flashcards or tables for important historical personalities, noting their key contributions, schools of thought, or religious affiliations. Be careful with names that might sound similar or figures from overlapping periods.
DSyllabus Analysis
This question pertains to Indian History, specifically 'Ancient and Medieval Indian History' and 'Philosophy/Religious Movements'.
EQuestion Analysis
Medium. Requires specific knowledge of the religious affiliations of prominent historical scholars.