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Key Facts: RBSE SS Philosophy Exam

085

RBSE subject code for Philosophy

RBSE 2026 subject-wise statistics

100

Typical full marks for the subject scheme

RBSE syllabus examination scheme

3.15 hrs

Typical theory paper duration

RBSE Class 12 / Varishtha Upadhyaya syllabus scheme

33%

Typical minimum pass marks (confirm circular)

RBSE examination regulations

100

Free English MCQ study questions on this page

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RBSE Senior Secondary (Class 12) Philosophy (code 085) is a real Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan public-examination subject with appeared candidates in the 2026 main examination subject-wise statistics. Typical scheme: Theory 80 + Sessional 20 = 100; passing generally 33% (and separate practical pass where applicable). Use these free MCQs for theory revision only.

Sample RBSE SS Philosophy Practice Questions

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1In classical Indian thought, a systematic philosophical system is most commonly called a:
A.Darśana (darshana)
B.Only artha
C.Only kama
D.Only vyavahāra
Explanation: Darśana means a ‘view’ or vision of reality; the classical Indian philosophical systems are traditionally called darśanas.
2The four puruṣārthas (ends of human life) in classical Indian thought are:
A.Only yoga, yajña, and tapas
B.Only jñāna and bhakti
C.Only satya and ahiṃsā
D.Dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa
Explanation: The standard four goals are dharma (righteousness/duty), artha (means/wealth), kāma (desire/pleasure), and mokṣa (liberation).
3Astika (āstika) schools of Indian philosophy are traditionally those that:
A.Deny any possibility of knowledge
B.Identify exclusively with modern Western materialism
C.Accept the authority of the Vedas
D.Reject all moral norms
Explanation: Āstika systems are classically defined as those that accept Vedic authority (and typically related doctrines such as ātman/karma in many accounts), contrasting with nāstika systems that do not accept Vedic authority.
4Which group is traditionally classified among the nāstika (heterodox) systems?
A.Yoga alone as the sole nāstika school
B.Cārvāka, Buddhism, and Jainism
C.Nyāya, Vaiśeṣika, and Sāṃkhya only
D.Mīmāṃsā and Vedānta only
Explanation: Cārvāka (Lokāyata), Buddhism, and Jainism are the standard nāstika trio because they do not accept Vedic authority as the orthodox schools do.
5The six classical āstika darśanas are commonly listed as:
A.Nyāya, Vaiśeṣika, Sāṃkhya, Yoga, Mīmāṃsā, and Vedānta
B.Only Buddhism and Jainism
C.Only Cārvāka and Ajīvika
D.Only Stoicism and Epicureanism
Explanation: The standard ṣaḍ-darśana list is Nyāya, Vaiśeṣika, Sāṃkhya, Yoga, Pūrva-Mīmāṃsā, and Uttara-Mīmāṃsā/Vedānta.
6In Indian epistemology, a pramāṇa is primarily:
A.A type of ritual sacrifice only
B.A political constitution
C.A grammatical case ending
D.A valid means of knowledge
Explanation: Pramāṇa means a reliable instrument or means by which true cognition (pramā) is obtained — e.g., perception, inference, testimony.
7Nyāya philosophy is especially known for its detailed analysis of:
A.Only agricultural techniques
B.Only military strategy
C.Logic, debate, and means of knowledge (pramāṇas)
D.Only pure musical aesthetics
Explanation: Nyāya is the classical Indian school of logic and epistemology, elaborating pramāṇas, inference (anumāna), debate theory, and fallacies (hetvābhāsa).
8Vaiśeṣika is classically associated with:
A.Only Marxian historical materialism
B.A padārtha (category) ontology including dravya, guṇa, karma, sāmānya, viśeṣa, and samavāya
C.Only the Four Noble Truths
D.Only Cartesian dualism of mind and body as Descartes stated it
Explanation: Vaiśeṣika analyzes reality into padārthas (categories), classically including substance (dravya), quality (guṇa), action (karma), generality (sāmānya), particularity (viśeṣa), and inherence (samavāya); later lists often add abhāva (non-existence).
9Sāṃkhya’s dualism principally contrasts:
A.Puruṣa (consciousness/self) and prakṛti (primordial nature)
B.Only God and Satan as in some Abrahamic dualisms
C.Only form and matter as Aristotle used them exclusively
D.Only yin and yang as Chinese cosmology
Explanation: Classical Sāṃkhya is a dualism of puruṣa (pure consciousness, plural selves) and prakṛti (unconscious creative nature evolving into the world).
10According to Sāṃkhya, the three guṇas of prakṛti are:
A.Only dharma, artha, and kāma
B.Only body, speech, and mind as exclusive Jain terms
C.Only thesis, antithesis, and synthesis
D.Sattva, rajas, and tamas
Explanation: Prakṛti is constituted by three guṇas: sattva (illumination/harmony), rajas (activity/passion), and tamas (inertia/obscuration).

About the RBSE SS Philosophy Exam

Free English-language MCQ practice for Rajasthan RBSE Senior Secondary (Class 12) Philosophy (code 085), covering topics from official board syllabus scope and 2026 subject-wise result statistics. This bank is a study adaptation for concept practice — not an official paper simulation or practical substitute.

Exam sponsor: Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (RBSE), Ajmer. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official RBSE mixed written theory paper (objective, short, and long constructed-response items as per subject design) with Theory 80 + Sessional 20 = 100 full marks, duration 3 hours 15 minutes. Local bank: English-language four-option MCQ study adaptation with explanations — not a full mixed-paper simulation. Subject code 085. Evidenced in official RBSE 2026 subject-wise main examination statistics.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (theory paper)

Passing Score

Minimum 33% marks in the subject as per RBSE examination regulations (confirm current session circulars). Where theory and practical are separate, candidates must pass each component as required by the subject scheme.

Exam / Certification Fees

As per RBSE annual examination fee notification for school/private candidates (Senior Secondary (Class 12) full board form fee is notified each cycle on rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in — confirm the current circular; subject papers are not separately priced on the statistics page)

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

20%

Indian Philosophy Overview

Schools and key concepts of Indian philosophy.

15%

Upanishadic Philosophy

Atman, Brahman, and Upanishadic themes.

15%

Buddhist and Jain Ethics

Moral principles of Buddhism and Jainism.

20%

Yoga and Vedanta

Ashtanga yoga; Advaita of Shankaracharya; Maya.

20%

Western Philosophy Schools

Metaphysics and epistemology school introductions.

10%

Ethics and Applied Themes

Moral concepts and applied ethical judgment for study.

Preparing for the RBSE SS Philosophy Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Minimum 33% marks in the subject as per RBSE examination regulations (confirm current session circulars). Where theory and practical are separate, candidates must pass each component as required by the subject scheme.
  • Assessment: Official RBSE mixed written theory paper (objective, short, and long constructed-response items as per subject design) with Theory 80 + Sessional 20 = 100 full marks, duration 3 hours 15 minutes. Local bank: English-language four-option MCQ study adaptation with explanations — not a full mixed-paper simulation. Subject code 085. Evidenced in official RBSE 2026 subject-wise main examination statistics.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (theory paper)
  • Exam / certification fees: As per RBSE annual examination fee notification for school/private candidates (Senior Secondary (Class 12) full board form fee is notified each cycle on rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in — confirm the current circular; subject papers are not separately priced on the statistics page) Official sources

Using Our Practice Resources

  • Work through all 100 available questions
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RBSE SS Philosophy: Suggested Study Strategy

1Start with the official unit list for code 085 and weight high-mark units first.
2Use MCQs to diagnose weak concepts, then rewrite answers in your own words.
3Complete practical/sessional work on the school timeline — MCQs do not replace it.
4Practice previous RBSE model papers when published for constructed-response timing.
5Track errors by topic and re-test those categories after 48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official RBSE Philosophy exam multiple-choice only?

No. Official RBSE papers mix objective and constructed-response tasks; subjects with practical or skill components also require that evidence. The 100 questions here are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for concept practice only.

What is the subject code for RBSE Philosophy?

RBSE lists Philosophy under subject code 085 in the 2026 main examination subject-wise statistics.

What is the typical passing standard?

RBSE generally requires minimum 33% in the subject; where theory and practical are separate, candidates must meet the scheme for each component. Confirm the current session circular.

Where can I find the official syllabus?

Download board syllabus materials from rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in (Class 12 syllabus PDF).