Question
Explain the four states of consciousness as given in Mandukya Upaniṣad.
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The Mandukya Upanishad is one of the shortest and most profound Upanishads, dealing with the nature of consciousness and reality. It is primarily focused on the concept of the self (Atman) and how it manifests through different states of consciousness. The Upanishad presents four states of consciousness, which are classified as waking (Jagrat), dreaming (Svapna), deep sleep (Sushupti), and the transcendent fourth state (Turiya). Each state reveals different aspects of the self and its interaction with the external world, and together they provide a comprehensive understanding of human experience. The first state of consciousness is Jagrat, or the waking state. In this state, the individual is aware of the external world through the senses. The mind and body are fully engaged in interaction with the environment. The waking state is characterized by sensory perception, thoughts, desires, and actions that are directly related to the physical world. In this state, the self identifies itself with __________ ____ _________ _________ _________ __________ _____ ______ _______.
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