How does adding the virama (್) below the letter ಯ change its pronunciation?
Hint:Look for the description of the half letter ಯ್
It changes the pronunciation of ಯ to a different vowel sound.
It silences the inherent 'a' and allows this consonant to join the next one directly.
It makes the sound of ಯ louder and clearer.
It changes the sound of ಯ to a nasal sound.
Explanation
According to the topic description, adding the virama (್) below the letter ಯ creates the half letter ಯ್, which silences the inherent 'a' and allows this consonant to join the next one directly.