Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy

Explanation

Option a (Mimamsa and Vedanta) is Incorrect: Both Mimamsa and Vedanta (Uttara Mimamsa) are part of the six orthodox (Astika) schools of Indian philosophy. Option b (Nyaya and Vaisheshika) is Incorrect: Both Nyaya (logic and epistemology) and Vaisheshika (atomistic metaphysics) are also part of the six orthodox systems. Option c Lokayata and Kapalika is Correct: Lokayata (Charvaka) is a heterodox (Nastika) materialist school, not included in the six orthodox schools.Kapalika is a Tantric sect, also outside the six systems. Option d Sankhya and Yog is Incorrect: Both Sankhya (dualistic philosophy) and Yoga (Patanjali’s system) are among the six orthodox systems.