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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 21

SSC GD Constable (English) - 23 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q21

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Charaka is known as the father of __________.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Ayurveda.

  • Charaka is usually known as the father of Indian medicine.
  • He is often referred to as Charaka Muni or Charaka Rishi. 
  • The Charaka Samhita is divided into eight sections, known as Sthanas, each dealing with specific aspects of medicine.