Which one of the following is the best description of ‘AYUSH 64’, that was in the news recently?

Which one of the following is the best description of ‘AYUSH 64’, that was in the news recently?

A. It is an alternative dwarfing genes in wheat.

B. It is a Bio-pesticide based on entomo-pathogenic fungus Verticillium lecanii.

C. It is a poly herbal formulation developed by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences.

D. None of these

Explanation:

Scientists have found that AYUSH 64 is useful in the treatment of asymptomatic, mild and moderate COVID-19 infection as an adjunct to standard care. AYUSH 64 is a poly herbal formulation developed by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences. Initially the drug was developed for Malaria in the year 1980 and now is repurposed for COVID-19.