Question

Charaka is usually known as the father of Indian medicine. However, it is not generally known that he also tried to list the names of all animals and plants then known to science. How many animals did he list in this Charaka Samhita?

• A. 1000
• B. 750
• C. 360
• D. 2002

Answer 1

The correct option is C

360

The correct Option is C

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Acharya Charak, who was born around 300 BC, was a vital contributor to Ayurveda's ancient art and science, medicine, and lifestyle system that originated in ancient India.
2. Acharya Charak was designated as the Father of Medicine.
3. His well-known book, the 'Samhita Charak,' is regarded as an Ayurvedic encyclopaedia.
4. He also attempted to list the names of all the flora and animals, which equaled 360.

Final answer: Charaka is usually known as the father of Indian medicine. However it is not generally known that he also tried to list the names of all animals and plants then known to science. He listed 360 animals in Charaka Samhita.