Question

Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): According to Charaka, Vamana Karma is Contraindicated in Samvruta Koshta.
Reason (R): It may lead to ‘Maranam’.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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

Hint:

When treating patients with Samvruta Koshta, careful consideration must be given to contraindications like Vamana Karma to avoid severe complications.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

According to Charaka, Vamana Karma (induced vomiting) is contraindicated in individuals with Samvruta Koshta (a condition characterized by constipation). The reasoning provided, "It may lead to Maranam" (death), is valid because performing Vamana Karma in such cases can lead to complications, including possible fatal outcomes. Therefore, both the assertion and reason are correct, and the reason correctly explains the assertion. Thus, the correct answer is (1).