Question:medium

According to Nyaya Darshana, these are not counted in Panchaavayava
A. Udaharan
B. Anumiti
C. Vyaptismaran
D. Pratijna
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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In Nyaya Darshana, the five logical steps of inference do not include B and C, which are used in reasoning but not considered formal components of Panchaavayava.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
  • A, B only
  • A, C only
  • B, C only
  • B, D only
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

According to Nyaya Darshana, Panchaavayava comprises five elements.
Pratijna (D) is a statement or assertion.
Udaharan (A) serves as an example.
However, Vyaptismaran (C) is not considered one of the Panchaavayava.
Anumiti (B) and Vyaptismaran (C) are categorized as logical steps frequently employed in reasoning, but they are not included in the Panchaavayava elements.
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