Question Q.1GS1GS1
The fabric of Indian philosophical thought owes as much to Northern India as to Southern India. Elucidate.
Main Body
The Indian philosophical thought is a composite mixture of syncretic views and philosophies of North & South, coming together to form a unique system.
Fabric of Indian Philosophy - Northern influence:
1Concept of Atman arose from Buddhist origins. It originated in Bihar.
2Asteya from Jainism, which came from North India.
3Dharma policy of Ashoka, an universal path of Indian philosophy.
4Religious syncretism shown by Sufi-ism of Akbar.
Indian Philosophy - Encroachment from South:
1Concept of Bhakti, from Alwars & Nayanars in South India.
2Women's equality & progressiveness through Sangam poems like Thirukkural & Illapalakaram.
3Advaita - Universal monism by Shankaracharya from Kaladi.
4Nother-based worship philosophy through Sacred groves In of western ghats.
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Topper
Vishnu Sasikumar
AIR 312023
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Indian Philosophy
Architecture
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120
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