Definitions

1. noun

Hindu school of law, especially the philosophical system of Gautama and other Indian philosophers that emphasizes the authority of the Vedas and the ultimate reality of Brahman.

“The ancient Indian text described the principles of Nyaya as a framework for understanding the nature of reality.”

2. noun

A philosophical system or school of thought that emphasizes the use of reason and logic to understand the world.

“The Nyaya school of thought had a significant influence on the development of Indian philosophy.”

3. noun

A system of jurisprudence or a school of thought that emphasizes the use of reason and logic to understand the law.

“The Nyaya system of jurisprudence was influential in the development of Indian law.”