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What is the Sanskrit term for "suggestion" in Dhwani Theory?

AShabda

BVyanjana

CVakrokti

DAlankara

Answer:

B. Vyanjana

Read Explanation:

  • Abhidha: The primary, denotative meaning of words.

  • Lakshana: The secondary, contextual or figurative meaning.

  • Vyanjana: The suggested or implied meaning, which is central to Dhwani.

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