a. (kī f.) 1 Esta- blished by proof, founded or resting on authority.

2 Founded on the authority of scriptures (śāstrasiddha).

4 Authentic, credible.

4 Relating to a pramāṇa q. v. kaḥ 1 One who accepts proof.

2 One who is conversant with the Pramāṇas of the Naiyāyikas, a logician.

3 The head of a trade.