What does 'Anekantavada' prevent in intellectual discourse?

It prevents dogmatism (Ekantavada) by forcing the acknowledgment that different perspectives can hold partial truths.

Jaina Epistemology

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

2021

Evidence Source

Link

ID: HIS_PHI_2021_132 Ref: A History of Indian Philosophy by S.N. Dasgupta

Which of the following Doctrines are associated with Jainism? (i) Anekantavada (ii) Sarvastivada (iii) Sunyavada (iv) Syadvada

AI Quick Summary (View Answer)

Correct Option: A

Anekantavada and Syadvada are the two primary doctrines associated with Jainism. They explain the multi-faceted nature of reality and the relativity of human knowledge.