Question

What is meant by Astra and Shastra ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Astra :

Astra is a sanskrit word for weapon.

Shastra :

Shastra is the weapon which is used by keeping it in hand.

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Answer 2

Answer: Astra is the weapon which is used by releasing from one's hand or machine. If it is released from machine, it is called 'Yantramukta' e.g. Arrow, launcher etc. If it is released from hand, it is 'Panimukta'. e.g. spears, stones, hand-grenades etc. 'Shastra' is the weapon which is used by keeping it in hand.

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