Which of the following statements are true in the context of 'anumana'?

1.According to Nyaya, it is an indirect source of valid knowledge

2.Anumana has three terms, namely hetu, sadhya and paksha

3.Anumana is expressed through five propositions

A1 and 2

B2 and 3

C1 and 3

D1, 2 and 3 ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All three statements about anumana are true.

For Nyaya anumana is an indirect, mediate source of valid knowledge.

It works through three terms, the hetu, the sadhya, and the paksha.

Its full expression takes the form of five propositions or members.

Each statement records a genuine feature, so all hold together.

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