Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Aristotelian syllogism is essentially verbalistic.
Statement II: Nyāya system recognizes the fact that the verbal form is the essence of inference. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Correct option is C

Statement I is correct:
· Aristotelian syllogism is indeed verbalistic. It focuses on the structure and arrangement of verbal propositions (Premises and Conclusions) expressed in a formal and explicit manner. The logical validity of a syllogism in Aristotle's system depends heavily on the linguistic form and syntax of the statements.
Statement II is incorrect:
· The Nyāya system does not hold that the verbal form is the essence of inference. In the Nyāya school of thought, inference ( Anumāna) can be performed internally (Svārtha Anumāna) without explicitly stating the verbal components. While verbal expression is important for communicating inference to others ( Parārtha Anumāna), the essence of inference lies in the logical relationship between the terms (e.g., reason and conclusion), not solely in the verbal form.
Information Booster: 1. Nyāya Five-Step Inference Structure:
· Pratijna (Proposition)
· Hetu (Reason)
· Udāharana (Example)
· Upanaya (Application)
· Nigamana (Conclusion)
2. Difference Between Aristotelian and Nyāya Logic:
· Aristotelian Logic: Emphasizes deductive reasoning and formal structure of propositions.
· Nyāya Logic: Focuses on both the internal reasoning process and external verbal presentation for communication.