Nyaya is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of justice, morality, and ethics.
- Nyaya is derived from the Sanskrit word "nyaya," which means "justice" or "fairness."
- The philosophy of Nyaya is based on the concept of "dharma," or the natural order of the universe.
- The ultimate goal of Nyaya is to achieve "moksha," or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
- Nyaya is also concerned with the concept of "karma," or the law of cause and effect.
- The Nyaya school of thought emphasizes the importance of reason and logic in understanding the world.
- The philosophers of Nyaya, such as Kapila and Dignaga, developed a sophisticated system of logic and epistemology.
Nyaya has had a significant influence on Indian philosophy and continues to be studied and practiced today.