Question

Following are included in the 25 elements as per Sāmkhya philosophy: A. Manas
B. Buddhi
C. Ahamkāra
D. Pañca tanmātrā
E. Sapta Padārtha

• A. A, B, C, D Only
• B. A, B, D, E Only
• C. B, D, C, E Only
• D. A, C, D, E Only

Hint:

The 25 tattvas of Sāmkhya begin with Prakriti and culminate in Purusha.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1:
Sāmkhya philosophy explains 25 fundamental principles or elements.

Step 2:
Manas, Buddhi, Ahamkāra, and Pañca tanmātrā are included among these tattvas.

Step 3:
Sapta Padārtha belongs to Vaisheshika philosophy, not Sāmkhya.

Step 4:
Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{(1) A, B, C, D Only}} \]