Given below are two statements
Statement I: According to Classical Indian School of Logic, proof of a statement is given with the help of a syllogism.
Statement II: According to Classical Indian School of Logic, the thesis has to be mentioned thrice as a hypothesis, second as an example and third as a conclusion.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

Correct option is C

Statement I is true. The Classical Indian School of Logic, particularly the Nyaya school, uses a structured form of syllogism to provide proof for a statement. This structure includes five components (known as the Panchavayava Nyaya):
1. Pratijna (Proposition): The statement or thesis to be proved.
2. Hetu (Reason): The rationale or reason supporting the proposition.
3. Udaharana (Example): An example to illustrate the reason.
4. Upanaya (Application): The application of the example to the specific case.
5. Nigamana (Conclusion): The conclusion confirming the proposition.
Statement II is false. The thesis is not mentioned thrice as hypothesized in this statement. The Nyaya system mentions the thesis (Pratijna) once as the opening statement of the syllogism, not repeatedly as a hypothesis, example, and conclusion.
Information Booster 1. Nyaya syllogism emphasizes logical rigor and stepwise reasoning.
2. Unlike Aristotelian syllogism, Nyaya syllogism includes examples (Udaharana) to support arguments.
3. Logical proof is central to Indian philosophy for debate and establishing doctrines.
4. Panchavayava Nyaya is foundational for Indian epistemology and reasoning methods.
5. The structure ensures clarity, logical validity, and audience comprehension.