Question

Which of the following statements are correct?
(A) Charak has mentioned 19 Phalini Dravyas.
(B) As per Acharya Charaka, root of Aparajita is used for Shirovirechana.
(C) Bhasma is not included in Audbhida Gana by Acharya Charaka.
(D) Latex (milky secretion) of Snuhi is used for both Vamana and Virechana.
(E) As per Chararka, Katu rasa increases Visha.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, B, C only
• B. B, C, D only
• C. C, D, E only
• D. A, B, D only

Hint:

In Ayurveda, the properties and uses of herbs and substances like Snuhi latex are detailed for their specific therapeutic actions, such as Vamana and Virechana.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Let's analyze each statement:
- Statement A: Acharya Charaka has indeed mentioned 19 Phalini Dravyas in his text. Thus, this statement is true.
- Statement B: According to Acharya Charaka, the root of Aparajita is used for Shirovirechana (a therapeutic procedure). Thus, this statement is true.
- Statement C: Bhasma is actually included in Audbhida Gana by Acharya Charaka, which is used for specific therapeutic purposes. Therefore, this statement is false.
- Statement D: The latex of Snuhi (Euphorbia) is used for both Vamana (emesis) and Virechana (purgation), as per Ayurvedic texts. Thus, this statement is true.
- Statement E: Katu rasa (pungent taste) does not increase Visha (poison) as per Ayurvedic texts, but rather has a stimulating effect. Hence, this statement is false. Thus, the correct option is (4): A, B, D only.