GILBERT RYLE’S CRITIQUE OF MIND-BODY PROBLEM

study examined Gilbert Ryle's critique of mind and body problem. The crucial concept of the philosophy of mind is consciousness. The problem of consciousness is one of the fundamental problems of humanity. The main objective of this study was to carry out Gilbert Ryle's critique of mind and body problem. The research is basically a Philosophical work. Accordingly, the library research approach, expository, analytical and critical methods of Philosophy are employed. The study demonstrated that, Ryle asserts that the mind-body problem arises from a faulty conceptual framework. He critiques the 'Cartesian Dualism' which posits two distinct entities – a mental 'inner world' and a physical 'outer world' – interacting in some mysterious way. He argues that this duality is a misconception, comparing it to a visitor to Oxford seeking the 'University' as a distinct entity separate from its colleges and buildings. Conclusively, Ryle's critique of the mind-body problem has had lasting influence, shaping contemporary debates on the nature of consciousness and mental states. He has inspired a shift away from Cartesian dualism, paving the way for alternative theories like functionalism and eliminative materialism. While his behaviorist approach has been criticized for oversimplifying the complexity of mental life, Ryle's work remains an essential touchstone for understanding the relationship between mind and body. Therefore, the study recommends to further explore the implications of Ryle's critique, deepening our comprehension of the mind and its enigmatic connection to the physical world.