Theories of Reality Indian Core For Gauhati University B.A. 5th Semester English medium By Dr. Manashi Bora UBP

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Theories of Reality Indian Core For Gauhati University B.A. 5th Semester English medium By Dr. Manashi Bora UBP

Theories of Reality: Indian Core (PHI‑252) by Dr. Manashi Bora (UBP) is a textbook designed for B.A. 5th Semester students of Philosophy at Gauhati University, English medium. It closely follows the CBCS curriculum under the Fourth-Year Undergraduate Programme and emphasizes classical Indian ontological frameworks.

The book explores key traditional theories of reality as presented in Indian philosophical systems including:

• Advaita and Visishtadvaita Vedānta (e.g. Sāṅkarāchārya, Rāmānuja),

• Dvaita (Madhva),

• Nyāya-Vaiśeṣika realism,

• Sāṃkhya’s dualism, and

• Buddhist perspectives such as Madhyamaka and Yogācāra schools.

Each chapter typically includes:

• Clear exposition of metaphysical concepts,

• Comparisons across schools (e.g. Brahman‑mind‑world),

• Discussion of arguments like universal/particular debates, reality vs. illusion,

• Illustrative texts and references translated into accessible English.

The structure aligns with academic needs—chapter‑wise presentation, key concepts, glossary, question‑answer sections (short, long, objective), and suggestions for further readings.