Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): In 'Sanketa-grahana' (grasping of the conventional meaning), the meaning is understood in terms of Jati (Universal), Guna (Quality), Kriya (Action), and Dravya (Individual/Substance).
Reason (R): The Lakshyartha (indicative meaning) is understood through the power of Lakshana (Indication).
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

To check if R is the explanation of A, use "because" between them. "Sanketa is grasped in Jati etc. because Lakshyartha is grasped by Lakshana." This makes no sense, indicating that while both are true, there is no causal link.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B