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Provide a comprehensive exposition of Sankhya's doctrine of causation.

09 Feb 2026
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The Sankhya system of Indian philosophy presents a unique perspective on causation that stands apart from other philosophical schools. Sankhya, one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy, is known for its dualistic approach, which divides reality into two fundamental categories: Purusha (consciousness or spirit) and Prakriti (matter or nature). The doctrine of causation in Sankhya philosophy is intricately connected to these two categories and the transformation that takes place within the material world. The Sankhya theory of causation is primarily explained through the concepts of Avidya (ignorance), Prakriti, Vikriti (evolution), and Karma. At the heart of Sankhya's causation theory is the idea that the universe is governed by the interaction of Purusha and Prakriti. Purusha is the pure, passive consciousness, while Prakriti is the active, material cause of the universe. Prakriti, which is the ultimate source of all creation, is in a state of equilibrium until the influence of Purusha disturbs this balance. This disturbance initiates the process of creation and leads to the manifestation of the material world. The Sankhya doctrine posits that causation occurs through a process of evolution, where the unmanifested Prakriti (or Prakriti in its pure state) gives rise to various forms of matter
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