Question

According to Charaka, which one of the following Karma is mentioned for "Shirish Beej"?

• A. Vamana
• B. Shirovirechana
• C. Virechana
• D. Asthapana Basti

Hint:

Shirovirechana is a specific therapeutic procedure, and different herbs like Shirish are used for targeted therapeutic benefits in Ayurveda.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In Charaka's texts, Shirish Beej (the seed of the Shirish plant) is associated with the therapeutic procedure of Shirovirechana.
- Vamana is a therapeutic vomiting procedure.
- Virechana is a purgation procedure.
- Asthapana Basti refers to a type of enema used in Panchakarma therapy. However, Shirovirechana is specifically associated with Shirish Beej in Charaka's teachings. Thus, the correct answer is (2) Shirovirechana.