Question

Given below are two statements:
Assertion (A) : Bhilawan produces cardiotonic action.
Reason (R) : Bhilawan resembles with the shape of heart.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Bhilawan works on heart — not because it ‘looks like’ a heart!

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

- Assertion (A) is correct: Bhilawan (Semecarpus anacardium) — also known as marking nut — is used in Unani and traditional medicine for various actions including cardiotonic properties when used in carefully processed form.
- Reason (R) is not correct: The idea that Bhilawan resembles the shape of the heart is not a valid explanation for its cardiotonic action — this link is not established in Unani doctrine or botanical morphology. The action is due to its active principles, not its shape.
Therefore, Assertion is true but Reason is not true.