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In prose, it is found in the "Shlokavartik" of Kumarila and in poetry like the "Dharmankati." The distinction of Vidyanandi from Kumarila is that he himself has written commentary on his poetic "Vartik." The "Rajavarttik" includes almost the entire "Sarvasiddhi," and yet there is so much novelty and brilliance in it that, when read alongside "Sarvarthasiddhi," it shows no sign of being a mere repetition. The phrases concerning each issue found in the "Sarvarthasiddhi" of the adept Pujyapada have been transformed into the Vartik through separation and classification, and new compositions have been created on topics which seem worthy of addition. He has also written a clear exposition on the entire prose Vartik. Thus, viewed overall, while the "Rajavarttik" serves as a commentary on Sarvasiddhi, it is, in essence, a standalone text. Compared to the philosophical studies apparent in "Sarvasiddhi," the philosophical inquiry in "Rajavarttik" is significantly elevated. A key mantra of "Rajavarttik" is that whatever is to be said regarding any matter is expressed only by relying on the concept of Anekant. Anekant is the key to every discussion in "Rajavarttik." Various scholars from different sects up to his time have raised objections to Anekant and have pointed out its shortcomings; to debunk all these and to elucidate the true nature of Anekant, he has built upon the established principles of the Tattvarthasutra, establishing his own "Rajavarttik" as a comprehensive work based on Sarvasiddhi. The preceding context in "Sarvasiddhi" provides...