Which concepts are associated with Bhartrhari's theory of sphota?
- A. Rasa
- B. Alankara
- C. Dhvani
- D. Vakrokti
- E. Shabda-Brahman
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Correct answer: A. C and E only
Explanation
In the Vakyapadiya, the sphota (indivisible meaning-bearer) is revealed by dhvani (uttered sound) and grounded in Shabda-Brahman, the Word as ultimate reality. Rasa, alankara and vakrokti belong to other schools of poetics.
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