Analogy and example in inference – UGC NET Question

Q: Select the wrong statement(s) about inference by analogy and example:

(A) In some Indian texts, dṛṣṭānta (example) plays a role similar to illustrating vyāpti in inference;
(B) Analogical reasoning relies on perceived similarity between a known case and the case under consideration;
(C) If two things share one property, it is always safe to assume they share all properties;
(D) In exams, any comparison stated in a passage must automatically be treated as a strong analogy;
(E) UGC NET reasoning expects candidates to judge whether an analogy is strong or weak based on relevant similarities;
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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