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The scope of direct observation is very limited for an individual, as there are infinite and unknown phenomena that cannot be assessed by pratyaksha alone.[Cha.Sa.[[Sutra Sthana]] 11/7] There are hindrances to acquirement of knowledge through the medium of pratyaksha as mentioned earlier. Thus, many times it is necessary to combine the knowledge from all sources like authoritative statements (aaptopadesha), analogy (upamana), inference (anumana), logical reasoning (yukti) to acquire correct knowledge regarding any phenomena. One who might have practical experience regarding different treatment procedures and surgical interventions, but lacks theoretical and fundamental knowledge cannot succeed in endeavors and does not gain validation from peers and authority. [Su. Sa. Sutra Sthana 3/49]<ref name=Susruta/> Thus, the knowledge of pratyaksha should be combined with the theoretical study to obtain precision and proficiency in treatment.

The scope of direct observation is very limited for an individual, as there are infinite and unknown phenomena that cannot be assessed by pratyaksha alone.[Cha.Sa.[[Sutra Sthana]] 11/7] There are hindrances to acquirement of knowledge through the medium of pratyaksha as mentioned earlier. Thus, many times it is necessary to combine the knowledge from all sources like authoritative statements (aaptopadesha), analogy (upamana), inference (anumana), logical reasoning (yukti) to acquire correct knowledge regarding any phenomena. One who might have practical experience regarding different treatment procedures and surgical interventions, but lacks theoretical and fundamental knowledge cannot succeed in endeavors and does not gain validation from peers and authority. [Su. Sa. Sutra Sthana 3/49]<ref name=Susruta/> Thus, the knowledge of pratyaksha should be combined with the theoretical study to obtain precision and proficiency in treatment.

=== Articles referred ===

=== Research articles ===

#Dilip Kumar G in his editorial note for the Journal of Natural & Ayurvedic Medicine has discussed the basic concept of pratyaksha along with the exceptions for direct observations.<ref>G Dilip Kumar. Concept of Direct Perception in Ayurveda. JONAM [Internet]. 2018 [cited 2021 Nov 30];2(8). Available from: https://medwinpublishers.com/JONAM/JONAM16000159.pdf</ref>  

#Dilip Kumar G in his editorial note for the Journal of Natural & Ayurvedic Medicine has discussed the basic concept of pratyaksha along with the exceptions for direct observations.<ref>G Dilip Kumar. Concept of Direct Perception in Ayurveda. JONAM [Internet]. 2018 [cited 2021 Nov 30];2(8). Available from: https://medwinpublishers.com/JONAM/JONAM16000159.pdf</ref>