Traditional Medicine and Herbal Healing Practices in India Quiz
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What is the significance of Rig-Veda in the context of traditional medicine and herbal healing practices in India?

  • It has no relation to traditional medicine
  • It is considered as one of the oldest treatises mentioning therapeutic usages of Indian plants (correct)
  • It was created during the modern era, around 1800 AD
  • It primarily focuses on surgical procedures

    • Why has the significance of traditional medicines like herbal medicine decreased in India in recent times?

  • There are no side effects associated with allopathic medicines
  • Because herbal medicines are not effective at all
  • Due to the easy availability and fast action of conventional allopathic medicines (correct)
  • The government banned the use of traditional medicines

    • What is the main reason people are now looking for alternative medicines like herbal medicines?

  • To increase the use of allopathic medicines
  • To reduce the efficacy of medical treatments
  • To support the pharmaceutical industry
  • To avoid the side effects and high costs associated with allopathic medicines (correct)

    • What role does Indian traditional medicine, particularly herbal medicine, play in healthcare provision worldwide?

    <p>A major healthcare provider, especially in rural and remote areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What title is given to India due to its abundance of medicinal herbs?

    <p>Botanical garden of the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of plants in Indian systems of medicine?

    <p>Over 6,500 species of plants are known to occur in India and are used by traditional health care practitioners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is mainstreaming traditional medicine like herbal medicine important for people?

    <p>It provides a vital source of new drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient Indian civilization showed evidence of a traditional medicinal system?

    <p>Harappa and Mohanjodaro civilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What forms the basis of treating diseases in Ayurveda?

    <p>Examining the total body matrix and diagnosing diseases based on physical condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which elements are considered as the composition of the human body according to Ayurveda?

    <p>Earth, water, fire, air, and vacuum (ether)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system of medicine originated in Greece and was later introduced in India by Arabs and Persians?

    <p>Unani system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Unani system of medicine prescribe treatment measures?

    <p>Uses whole drug therapy and prescribes daily diet quantities to patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

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