The Vaisheshika Sutras, attributed to Kanada, propose a system of physics and metaphysics based on the concept of fundamental particles called 'anu' (atoms).
Who among the following is called the founder of Indian Atomism ?
Asked in CGPSC Prelims Exam 2016 · Topic: Ancient Literature and Litterateur (Early Philosophical Literature (e.g., fundamental texts of Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vedanta))
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