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The Art of Debate in Ancient India: Vada & Nyaya Logic Explained | Prof. VN Jha

Prof. VN Jha reveals the sophisticated role of Vada (debate) in Nyaya Darshan, India's ancient system of logic and epistemology. Discover how classical Indian philosophers developed rigorous methods for validating knowledge through dialectical reasoning and learn the fundamental categories that shaped Indian logical thought. Prof. VN Jha, a distinguished Sanskrit scholar and expert in Indian philosophy, explores the epistemological foundations of Nyaya while exposing the depth and systematic nature of indigenous Indian intellectual traditions. Essential viewing for philosophy students, scholars of Indian knowledge systems, and anyone seeking to understand the logical foundations of classical Indian thought. Key Points: Understanding Vada as systematic debate methodology in ancient Indian epistemology Exploring the 16 categories (Padarthas) of Nyaya philosophy and their significance Learning how Nyaya provides frameworks for valid knowledge acquisition (Pramana) Discovering the relationship between debate, logic, and philosophical inquiry in India Examining the historical development and contemporary relevance of Nyaya reasoning About the Speaker: He has taught in Pune University and retired in 2006 as Director of the Centre of Advanced Study in Sanskrit (1979-2006). Prof. Jha has been the founder Chairperson, Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi (2002-03). He has Authored and edited over 50 books (Language, Philosophy, Logic and Epistemology; Language , Grammar and Linguistics in Indian Traditions; etc.) and published over 150 research articles in Indian and international journals. Topics covered: 00:00:32 Introduction and Scholar Training in Indian Tradition 00:01:17 Three Essential Disciplines for Scholarship Development 00:02:25 Vyakarana, Mimamsa, and Nyaya as Foundational Studies 00:04:48 India's Rich Tradition of Debate from Vedic Times 00:05:20 Dialogical Mode and Structural Depth of Indian Epistemology 00:06:00 Philosophy's Purpose: Arriving at Truth Through Discourse 00:07:02 Bhartrihari on Wisdom Through Exposure to Multiple Views 00:08:20 Knowledge Transformation Through Intellectual Exchange 00:11:45 Definition and Purpose of Vada in Indian Philosophy 00:15:30 Three Types of Debate: Vada, Jalpa, and Vitanda 00:19:20 Nyaya's Role as Tool Provider for Truth Discovery 00:25:10 Systematic Method of Recording and Analyzing Opposing Views 00:30:15 Adhikarana Paddhati: The Five-Factor Discourse Structure 00:35:11 Recording Opponent's Views and Convincing Through Logic 00:37:28 Adhikarana Method in Purva Mimamsa and Vedanta 00:38:27 When Discourse Begins: The Role of Doubt (Samshaya) 00:40:01 Nyaya as Comprehensive Tool Provider for Truth Enquiry 00:40:39 Need for Indian Intellectual Traditions in Mainstream Education Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @sangamtalks   Join our YouTube channel to get updated on new video releases: SangamTalks :    / @sangamtalks   SangamTalks Hindi :    / @sangamtalkshindi   SangamTalks Business :    / @sangambusiness   SangamTalks Punjabi :    / @sangamtalkspunjabi   SangamTalks Tamil :    / @sangamtalkstamil   SangamTalks Malayalam :    / @sangamtalksmalayalam   SangamTalks Bangla :    / @sangamtalksbangla   SangamTalks Marathi :    / @sangamtalksmarathi   SangamTalks Kannada :    / @sangamtalkskannada   SangamTalks Bhojpuri :    / @sangamtalksbhojpuri   SangamTalks Clips :    / @sangamtalksclips   SangamTalks Shorts :    / @sangamtalksshorts   For updates you may follow us on: Facebook :   / sangamtalks   Instagram :   / sangamtalks   Telegram  : https://t.me/sangamtalks Twitter      :   / sangamtalks   Whatsapp : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va95... Linkedin   :   / sangamtalks   Website  : https://www.sangamtalks.org Donate   : https://www.sangamtalks.org/donate #NyayaDarshan #IndianPhilosophy #Vada #IndianLogic #SanskritScholarship #Epistemology #IndianKnowledgeSystems #ClassicalDebate #ProfVNJha #SangamTalks #PhilosophyOfIndia #Pramana #CriticalThinking #AncientWisdom #LogicalReasoning