The Nyaya School of Hindu Philosophy
Description: The Nyaya School of Hindu Philosophy is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy. It is based on the teachings of the ancient sage Gautama, who is also known as Akshapada. The Nyaya school is known for its emphasis on logic and epistemology, and its goal is to provide a sound foundation for knowledge and understanding. | |
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Who is considered the founder of the Nyaya School of Hindu Philosophy?
What is the primary focus of the Nyaya School?
Which text is considered the foundational work of the Nyaya School?
What is the central concept of the Nyaya School's epistemology?
How many types of perception does the Nyaya School recognize?
What is the term used in the Nyaya School to refer to the process of reasoning?
Which fallacy is commonly discussed in the Nyaya School's theory of inference?
What is the term used in the Nyaya School to refer to the universal connection between two things?
Which philosopher is known for his significant contributions to the Nyaya School during the 7th century CE?
What is the term used in the Nyaya School to refer to the minor term in an inference?
Which philosopher is known for his work on the Navya-Nyaya school, a later development of the Nyaya School?
What is the term used in the Nyaya School to refer to the major term in an inference?
Which philosopher is known for his work on the theory of fallacies in the Nyaya School?
What is the term used in the Nyaya School to refer to the middle term in an inference?
Which philosopher is known for his work on the concept of 'abhava' (non-existence) in the Nyaya School?