Nyaya

Nyaya is an ancient Indian school of philosophy focused on logic and epistemology. It emphasizes the importance of reasoning and evidence in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. Nyaya philosophers developed systematized methods for argumentation and debate, aiming to differentiate valid from invalid reasoning. They analyzed how we acquire knowledge, including through perception, inference, and testimony. The principles of Nyaya have significantly influenced Indian thought, including law, ethics, and various other philosophical traditions, promoting critical thinking and the search for truth through rational discourse.