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Which of the following schools of Indian philosophy was founded by the sage Kanada and propounded an early atomic theory of matter?

A. Samkhya
B. Yoga
C. Vaisheshika✓ Correct Answer
D. Mimamsa

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Vaisheshika school was founded by Sage Kanada and developed a detailed atomic theory stating that physical objects are composed of indivisible atoms called paramanu. Samkhya philosophy instead emphasizes dualism between purusha and prakriti rather than atomic composition.

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