The distinction between purvavat and sesavat is made with reference to which…
2020
The distinction between purvavat and sesavat is made with reference to which of the following pramanas?
- A.
Anumana (Inference)
- B.
Pratyaksa (Perception)
- C.
Comparison (Upamana)
- D.
Abhava (Absence)
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Correct answer: A
In Indian logic, Anumana means inference. Purvavat and sesavat are distinctions made within Anumana. Purvavat inference proceeds from a known cause to an effect, while sesavat inference proceeds from an observed effect to its cause or from what remains. Therefore, the distinction is made with reference to Anumana. Hence, option 1 is correct.