Rationalism in Nyaya Philosophy: An Exploration of Epistemology and Logical Reasoning

Author(s)	Babaloo Pal
Country	INDIA
Abstract	This research paper delves into the philosophy of Nyaya, one of the classical Indian schools of thought, focusing on its rationalist approach to epistemology and logical reasoning. Nyaya, rooted in ancient Indian tradition, developed a systematic framework to analyze knowledge acquisition, argumentation, and the nature of reality. The paper examines the key tenets of Nyaya philosophy, including its epistemological theory, understanding of perception, inference, and its emphasis on logical reasoning. It also discusses the contributions of notable Nyaya thinkers in shaping rationalistic thought within this philosophical tradition. By exploring Nyaya's rationalist foundation, this paper aims to shed light on the relevance and significance of rationalism in the broader philosophical discourse.
Keywords	Nyaya philosophy, Rationalism, Epistemology, Logical reasoning, Knowledge acquisition, Indian philosophy
Field	Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023
Published On	2023-07-19
Cite This	Rationalism in Nyaya Philosophy: An Exploration of Epistemology and Logical Reasoning - Babaloo Pal - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.4472
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.4472
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gshm8d

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