What is the difference between 'Self-knowledge' in Vedanta and 'Real knowledge' in Sankhya?

Vedanta knowledge is about the unity of Atman and Brahman, while Sankhya knowledge is about the dualistic distinction between consciousness and nature.

Six Schools of Indian Philosophy

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: **List-I (Philosophy)** A. Nyaya Darshan B. Mimamsa Darshan C. Sankhya Darshan D. Vedanta Darshan **List-II (Methods of achieve salvation)** 1. Acquisition of real knowledge 2. Knowledge of self 3. Performing vedic rituals 4. Logical thinking

The correct matches for achieving salvation are: Nyaya (Logical thinking), Mimamsa (Vedic rituals), Sankhya (Acquisition of real knowledge), and Vedanta (Knowledge of self).

Exam Year

2019

Evidence Source

Link

ID: HIS_PHI_2019_144 Ref: Outlines of Indian Philosophy by M. Hiriyanna

Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:

List-I (Philosophy)
A. Nyaya Darshan
B. Mimamsa Darshan
C. Sankhya Darshan
D. Vedanta Darshan

List-II (Methods of achieve salvation)
1. Acquisition of real knowledge
2. Knowledge of self
3. Performing vedic rituals
4. Logical thinking