In English
The six systems of philosophy are , , , , and . The philosophy forms the basis and the very life breath of the remaining systems of philosophy. This philosophy grasped the noble virtues of compassion, harmony and unity and declared that humans alone can enjoy bliss and freedom. The philosophy of this system is based on certain which facilitate the understanding of certain truths. The word pramana advocates the need for a measure as a precondition for probing into truth. In the word ‘Pramana’ (measure) ‘’ means before and ‘’ means measure. Measure/standard is most necessary to assess quality and quantity of matter, knowledge, ignorance, wisdom etc. The philosophy advocates the four proofs which enable us to understand things in their reality. The four proofs are (direct proof), (inference), (comparison), (testimony of sound). This divine system of , with the help of the four proofs it propounded, dispels the doubt and fear that lurks in man and demonstrates the existence of Divinity. It lays bare the excellences of mankind and shows us how man may sanctify himself.