Which of the following statements are true?

A. Sankhya means the Philosophy of right knowledge (Samyak khyati)

B. Sankhya is a pluralistic spiritualism and an uncompromising dualism

C. Right knowledge is the knowledge of the association of the Purusha with the Prakriti

D. Shankaracharya regards sankhya as a main 'main opponent' of Vedanta

E. The view of sankhya yoga is called Prikiti-arambhavada

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Key Points

A. Sankhya means the Philosophy of right knowledge (Samyak khyati). This statement is true.

• Sankhya is derived from the Sanskrit words "Samyak" meaning right or correct and "Khyati" meaning knowledge or understanding. Sankhya philosophy is concerned with attaining right knowledge and understanding of the nature of reality.

B. Sankhya is a pluralistic spiritualism and an uncompromising dualism. This statement is true.

• Sankhya philosophy is known for its dualistic approach, positing the existence of two fundamental entities: Purusha (consciousness or spirit) and Prakriti (matter or nature). It also recognizes multiple categories and principles in the manifestation of reality.

D. Shankaracharya regards sankhya as a main 'main opponent' of Vedanta. This statement is true.

• Adi Shankaracharya, a prominent philosopher and exponent of Advaita Vedanta, considered Sankhya philosophy as one of the main opponents of Vedanta. He engaged in debates and discussions with Sankhya philosophers to establish the supremacy of Advaita Vedanta.

Therefore, the correct answer is 3) A, B and D only.