Q. Consider the following statements:
The central theme of Kathopnishad is immortality
The central theme of Mandukya Upnishad is Aum
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: The Katha Upanishad is the legendary story of a little boy, Nachiketa – the son of Sage Vajasravasa, who meets Yama (the Hindu deity of death). Their conversation evolves to a discussion of the nature of man, knowledge, Atman (Soul, Self) and moksha (liberation). The main theme is immortality.
The Mandukya Upanisad is in prose, consisting of twelve terse verses, and is associated with a Rig Vedic school of scholars. It is related to Aum.
