With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India consider the following statements re...........

Ancient and Medival History Pre Mauryan Period

With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school:

1.Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul

2.Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Sankhya is the oldest of all philosophies put forth by the sage Kapila. It is a dualistic philosophy with Purusha (soul) and Prakriti (nature) in it. Advaita Vedanta derives its base from Sankhya School. Sankhya also devolves philosophical basis for Yoga. It emphasizes the attainment of knowledge of self through meditation and concentration.