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Patañjali in his Yogasūtra (1:7) gives his theory of valid means of knowledge (pramāṇa). Among the following, which are NOT pramāṇa(s) according to the Yogasūtra?

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For questions on pramāṇas, distinguish between those accepted in different Indian philosophical systems.
Updated On: Jan 24, 2025
  • Inference (Anumāna)
  • Perception (Pratyakṣa)
  • Presumption (Arthāpatti)
  • Comparison (Upamāna)
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The Correct Option is C, D

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In it{Yogasūtra} (1:7), Patañjali identifies the following as valid means of knowledge (pramāṇa):
1. Pratyakṣa (Perception): Direct sensory experience.
2. Anumāna (Inference): Logical deduction based on observation.
3. Āptavacana (Testimony of reliable sources).
Arthāpatti (Presumption) and Upamāna (Comparison) are not included as independent pramāṇas in Patañjali's system.
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