Traditional Medicine and Herbal Healing Practices in India Quiz
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What is the significance of plants in the Indian systems of medicine?

  • Plants are not considered important in the classical scientific system of medicine.
  • Plants are used as raw material for making medical formulations. (correct)
  • Plants are used only for decorative purposes.
  • Plants have no role in traditional health care in India.

    • How do local health care practitioners in India function?

  • By selling modern medicines in pharmacies
  • By conducting advanced medical procedures in hospitals
  • By curing diseases at home using traditional methods (correct)
  • By avoiding any form of medical treatment

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

  • Indus Valley civilization (correct)
  • Mauryan civilization
  • Mughal civilization
  • Vedic civilization

    • Which major streams make up the traditional system of medicine in India?

    <p>Local health tradition and classical scientific system of medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the oldest existing literature on Ayurveda mentioned?

    <p>Around 4500-1600 B.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Rig-Veda in the context of traditional medicine in India?

    <p>It documented the therapeutic usages of plants in the Indian subcontinent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are conventional allopathic medicines used in large scale in India despite the rich heritage of traditional herbal medicine?

    <p>Due to their easy availability and fast action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the recent resurgence in people looking for alternative medicines like herbal medicine in India?

    <p>People are more aware of the harmful side effects of allopathic medicines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In rural and remote areas around the globe, what role does traditional medicine, especially herbal medicine, play in healthcare provision?

    <p>It serves as the primary healthcare provider for a large section of people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is mainstreaming traditional medicine important according to the text?

    <p>To preserve the ancient knowledge and heritage of herbal medicine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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