Question

The Indian system of medicine 'Ayurveda' depends on ___

• A. medicinal plants and herbs
• B. chemical drugs
• C. both medicinal plants and chemicals
• D. agricultural crops

Answer 1

The correct option is A

medicinal plants and herbs

The Indian system of medicine also known as Ayurveda is entirely based on usage of medicinal plants to treat diseases and enhance the state of good health. Usage of medicinal plants has no side effects compared to chemical drugs or medicines.The popularity of Ayurveda and the destruction of natural ecosystems have raised the importance of medicinal plant cultivation.

Basil, Aloe, Neem and Adathoda are some examples of medicinal plants.