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3 July 2026

Discourse on the title 'Bhagavan'

The topic provides philosophical and etymological context regarding Indian cultural concepts that can be used as illustrative material in essays or ethics answers, but it lacks the direct policy or constitutional significance required for a higher rating.

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Notes

  • The term 'Bhagavan' is etymologically derived from two components: 'bhaga' and 'vat'.
  • The suffix 'vat' denotes possession of a quality.
  • The term 'bhaga' is defined by six auspicious attributes known as 'Paraavara Guna Shatkam'.
  • The six primary attributes are: Jnanam (omniscience), Balam (sustaining power), Aishwaryam (sovereignty), Veeryam (immutability), Shakthi (capability to perform the impossible), and Tejas (self-sufficiency).
  • Secondary auspicious qualities such as compassion (Vatsalyam), mercy (Karunyam), and valour (Parakramam) are considered manifestations originating from these six primary attributes.

Questions

  1. Discuss the philosophical significance of the 'Paraavara Guna Shatkam' in the context of Indian theological traditions and its conceptualization of divine attributes. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. In the context of the term 'Bhagavan', which of the following is considered one of the 'Paraavara Guna Shatkam'?

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