Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c7.s7.t12.30

v1.c7.s7.t12.30

The atomic theory of the Vaisheshika school served as an important approach in ancient India to understanding the occurrence and dynamics of natural phenomena, and as such, was once a highly influential theory that held considerable sway over other schools of thought, leading the latter to also form a habit of discussing this issue extensively. For instance, some works of the Vedānta school analysed the atomic theory and eventually “proved” it invalid. Many other Indian philosophical schools also expressed their views on the “atom” concept.