History • Ancient IndiaHard
Which of the following ancient Indian texts contains the foundational philosophical doctrine of 'Neti Neti' (not this, not this), describing the nature of ultimate reality or Brahman?
A. Rigveda
B. Brihadaranyaka Upanishad✓ Correct Answer
C. Manusmriti
D. Arthashastra
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad contains the foundational philosophical doctrine of Neti Neti, which defines the transcendental nature of Brahman through successive negations. Other ancient texts like the Arthashastra focus entirely on statecraft, economics, and administrative governance.
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