Q. Charaka samhitais a work on
(a) Polity
(b) Medicine
(c) Architecture
(d) Mathematics
Ans: (b) Medicine
Explanation: Charaka Samhita is a work on (b) Medicine.
The Charaka Samhita is one of the oldest and most renowned texts in the field of Ayurveda, which is the traditional system of medicine in India. It is attributed to the ancient Indian physician Charaka and is written in the form of a dialogue between Charaka and his student Agnivesha. The Charaka Samhita covers various aspects of medicine, including anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, treatment, and herbal remedies. It provides detailed descriptions of diseases, their causes, and methods for their prevention and cure. The text is considered a fundamental resource in Ayurvedic medicine and has greatly influenced the development of medical knowledge and practices in ancient and contemporary times.
