Write an essay on the concept of Abhava (Negation or absence) in Vaishesika. Give examples for each kind of abhava.
Introduction to Abhava in Vaishesika Philosophy In Indian philosophy, particularly in the Vaishesika school, the concept of Abhava refers to negation or absence. Vaishesika is one of the six orthodox (Astika) schools of Indian philosophy, founded by the sage Kanada. The system mainly deals with metaphysics and ontology, and it classifies all knowable objects into […]