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2. There are two versions of The Relativity theory may be trea.
Relativity: one for each-(i) ted as equivalent to Anekantvada special theory and (ii) gene- which has only one version Jainas ral theory (iii) The special do not unify systems or laws theory unifies mechanics and mathematically or experimentally. electromagnetics while gene. It paves the way for intellectual ral theory deals with gravita- unification tion (iv) Attempt is being made to Jaipas bave unification trend on unify the two theories to- philosophical level in terms of wards a universal law. A 7-foldpredication theory. No super-universal theory is matbematical formulation attempunder trial
ted (v) Newton also bad Relativity theory : (i) Law of equivalence All these statements may be agree.
able in jaina philosophy (ii) Mechanics is unaffected by frame of reference (iii) All events occur in absolute space and time (vi) Classical laws have limi- These limitations are not found tations for (a) small masses in texts. and (b) high velocities. They are also not applicable under polar opposite systems (vii) The special theory of The physical laws assume uniforRelativity has two postulates: mity in systems in macroscopic
world. (a) Physical laws are the same when stated for two systems uniform translatory motion (Law of Equiv.) (b) The velocity of light is This is not agreeable. There may maximum and constant be superluminal speeds as in (i)
atoms (ii) transmigratory motions and sound canonically. EPR para
dox & MN theory possible. (viii) The theory has led these concepts : (a) Length time and mass are Length, mass and time are absolute
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