Question

_____ is not included in Nāstika Philosophies.

• A. Cārvāka Darśana
• B. Bauddha Darśana
• C. Jaina Darśana
• D. Vaiśeṣika Darśana

Hint:

Āstika and Nāstika classifications depend on acceptance of the Vedas, not belief in God.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1:
Nāstika philosophies do not accept the authority of the Vedas.

Step 2:
Cārvāka, Bauddha, and Jaina philosophies are Nāstika systems.

Step 3:
Vaiśeṣika accepts Vedic authority and is considered an Āstika Darśana.

Step 4:
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{(4) Vaiśeṣika Darśana}} \]