Question

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

• A. Shabda
• B. Vyanjana
• C. Vakrokti
• D. Alankara

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Vyanjana

• 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.