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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2023 GS-I
Question

Charak Samhita is divided into how many chapters and sections?

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Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: 120 chapters and 8 sections

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “120 chapters and 8 sections”.
Charak Samhita, one of the foundational texts of Ayurveda, is a comprehensive treatise on ancient Indian medicine and is attributed to the physician Charaka. It serves as a vital source for understanding medical practices, diagnostic techniques, and treatment methodologies in ancient India.

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