General Pledge:
* वचनम् (vacaḥ): This means "word" or "promise" and is often used for a formal declaration or vow.
* प्रतिज्ञा (pratijñā): This means "pledge" or "vow," often used for a solemn commitment.
* संकल्पः (saṅkalpaḥ): This means "resolve" or "determination," implying a firm decision to do something.
* निश्चयः (niścayaḥ): This means "certainty" or "decision," suggesting a strong belief or commitment.
For specific pledges:
* दानम् (dānaṁ): This means "gift" or "donation," used for a pledge to contribute something.
* सहायता (sahāyatā): This means "assistance" or "support," used for a pledge to help someone.
* अनुग्रहः (anugrahaḥ): This means "favor" or "kindness," used for a pledge to do a good deed.
The best way to express "pledge" in Sanskrit depends on the specific context and the type of pledge being made. You can also combine different words to create more nuanced expressions, like:
* प्रतिज्ञा वचनम् (pratijñā vacaḥ): A pledge in the form of a promise.
* निश्चय दानम् (niścaya dānaṁ): A firm decision to make a donation.
If you can provide more context about the specific pledge you're looking for, I can give you a more accurate and appropriate translation.