Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?

Answer: (c) Lokayata and Kapalika

The six orthodox systems are Sankhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimamsa and Vedanta. Lokayata (Charvaka) is a materialist, non-Vedic school and Kapalika is a Shaiva sect.

• ✓ (c) Lokayata and Kapalika are not among the six systems.
• ✗ (a) Mimamsa and Vedanta are two of the six.
• ✗ (d) Sankhya and Yoga are two of the six.

Remember · Six darshanas: Sankhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimamsa, Vedanta.

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