Question

Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer: 

• A. A - III, B - IV, C - II, D - I
• B. A - III, B - I, C - IV, D - II
• C. A - III, B - II, C - IV, D - I
• D. A - III, B - IV, C - I, D - II

Hint:

Nyaya Philosophy lists four Pramāṇas: Pratyaksha (Perception), Anumāna (Inference), Upamāna (Comparison), and Shabda (Verbal Testimony).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Direct Perception (Pratyaksham).
Pratyaksham denotes knowledge acquired directly through sensory experience. This aligns with Indriyārthasannikarṣaḥ (III).
Step 2: Inference (Anumitiḥ).
Anumiti is knowledge derived through logical deduction, following perception and reasoning (Parāmarśa). This corresponds to Parāmarśaḥ (IV).
Step 3: Analogy (Upamitiḥ).
Upamiti signifies knowledge gained via comparison or analogy. This matches Sadrishyagyanam (I).
Step 4: Verbal Testimony (Shabdaḥ).
Shabda represents knowledge transmitted through the words of a trustworthy source. This aligns with Āptopadeshaḥ (II).
Step 5: Summary of Matches.
The correct pairings are: A with III, B with IV, C with I, and D with II.