Quizzes Flashcards
1
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Ayurveda is complete science of life - T/F
A
True
2
Q
How many words is Ayurveda made up of?
A
Two
3
Q
Swastha means _______.
A
Health
4
Q
I am a part of nature - T/F
A
True
5
Q
Panch Mahabhoot means ______.
A
The five basic elements of body
6
Q
What are the things that need to be done for long life?
A
Dharma, Artha, Kama, Sadhanam
7
Q
A healthy life comes from ______ Vedas.
A
4
8
Q
There are ____ kinds of sanskara in Hinduism.
A
16
9
Q
The origin of Ayurveda traces back to ____ years ago.
A
5000
10
Q
The evidence paper (spread of Ayurveda) was published in ____.
A
London
11
Q
Ashtang Ayurveda means ______ parts.
A
Eight
12
Q
The creator of the universe is ______.
A
Brahma
13
Q
Who went to Indra?
A
Acharya Bharadwaj
14
Q
The school of surgery was developed by _____.
A
Devodas Dhanwantari
15
Q
Ayurveda has two schools - T/F
A
True
16
Q
What are the medical myths?
A
Preservation of dead body
17
Q
How did discussion take place in ancient times?
A
By students asking questions and gurus answering them.
18
Q
We will have to work incorporational/collaboration with other systems of medicine to cure disease - T/F
A
True
19
Q
The nature of centred medicine is ______.
A
Ayurveda
20
Q
Panch karma means _________.
A
Five types of treatment
21
Q
The most celebrated book of Ayurveda today is _______.
A
Charaka Samhita
22
Q
Vagbhatta has written _______.
A
Ashtanga Hridayam
23
Q
Charaka Samhita depends on Samkhya philosophy - T/F
A
True
24
Q
_____ book is easier to understand.
A
Ashtanga Hridayam Samhita
25
According to ancient Indian philosophy, the universe is composed of _______ elements. (Pancha Bhutas)
Five - Prithvi (earth), jal (water), Teja (fire), vayu (air), and Akash (space).
26
In disequilibrium state, we can see a _______.
Diseased body
27
Our body is made up of five basic elements - T/F
True
28
The earth is made up of ____ elements.
Five
29
If the earth element undergoes imbalance, it causes _______.
Bone-related disease
30
Bhutas and mahabhutas are two different things. - T/F
True
31
Every material is created of _________.
Pancha Mabhutas
32
_______ has the highest proportion in the composition of the body.
Water
33
Ether/Akash element represents _______ (in the body).
Body channels, pores, and empty spaces in the body.
34
Air/Vayu represents _______.
The gaseous form of matter
35
The _______ provides energy to our body.
Agni/Fire
36
The water represents ______ state of the body.
Liquid
37
The earth is represented as gaseous form of matter. - T/F
False
38
Our body represents the whole nature. - T/F
True
39
Cosmic intelligence _____ the cosmic egoism.
raises
40
The fire element can cause liquidification whenever it is needed. - T/F
True
41
_____ is embedded within us.
Micro Nature
42
What does the term Ayurveda mean?
The science of life
43
Which ancient civilization is Ayurveda believed to have originated from?
Indian
44
Ayurveda categorizes individuals into how many body types?
4
45
What are the three doshas in Ayurveda?
Vata, Pitta, Kapha
46
According to Ayurveda, which dosha is associated with the elements of air and space?
Vata
47
Which dosha is responsible for maintaining digestion and metabolism in the body?
Pitta
48
Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on which aspect of life?
Meditation and mindfulness, Exercise and fitness, and Diet and nutrition
49
What are the primary treatment modalities used in Ayurveda?
Herbs and herbal remedies, Yoga and breathing exercises, and Massage and bodywork
50
Which of the following is not one of the Panchmahabhoota?
Agni (Fire)
Pani (Water)
Prithvi (Earth)
Vaat Dosha
Vaat dosha
51
What is the Ayurvedic practice of cleansing and detoxification called?
Panchakarma
52
Vata dosha is often referred to as the "King of the Doshas" due to its commanding influence on bodily functions. - T/F
True
53
______ is primarily responsible for the upward movement of energy in the body.
Udana Vata
54
Vyana Vata is responsible for the overall circulation of blood, nutrients, and energy throughout the body. - T/F
True
55
The qualities of Vata are cold, light, dry, rough, subtle, and mobile. - T/F
True
56
Ayurveda is Traditional medicine of India. - T/F
True.
57
Doshas are made up of _______. (as our bodies)
Same elements
58
The tri doshas are the key functional components of the body. - T/F
True
59
If Doshas are in the state of unbalance, they will destroy the body. - T/F
True
60
Pitta Dosha is formed with _______________.
Fire and Water
61
The state of equilibrium among doshas is responsible for the maintenance of __________.
Health
62
Which Dosha is important among the three Doshas?
Vata
63
Pitta Dosha resides in ________________.
Sweat and blood (both)
64
Vata is responsible for ___________.
Transportation, communication, and movement.
65
Vata Dosha regulates the movement of other doshas. - T/F
True
66
Pitta Dosha is reponsible for _____________.
Transformation, metabolism, and digestion.
67
Kapha Dosha is responsible for _________.
Structure, cohesion, binding, lubrication and immune activities
68
Qualities of Pitta Dosha Include _____________.
(Tick all appropriate options)
Moving and flowing
Heat and warmth
Slightly oily
69
Vata Dosha controls all the activities in the human body. - T/F
True
70
Utsāha (Sanskrit: उत्साह) means __________.
Enthusiasm
71
Functions of Pitta Dosha include _________________.
Absorption
Digestion
Body temperature
Assimilation
72
During adulthood, ___________ dosha is pre-dominent.
Pitta
73
Locations of Kapha Dosha include _____________.
Thorax, pancreas, mouth and kidneys
74
Vata is reponsible for all type of the body movements. - T/F
True
75
Child birth is a Pitta dosha function. - T/F
False
76
The normal psychological functions of vata dosha include __________.
Creativity, Inspiration, Enthusiasm (among others)
77
If the cold quality increases, it causes excessive heat in the body. - T/F
False
78
If Vata will increase, there will be loss in sensory function as Vata controls sensory functions - T/F
True
79
Giddiness and Hiccups are the diseases of Vata dosha. - T/F
True
80
Impairement in body functions is the increased affect of Vata. - T/F
False
81
Producing heat in the body is called ___________.
Pitta
82
Pitta is the representative of the sun in the body. - T/F
True
83
The normal psychological functions of Pitta Dosh include __________.
Exhilaration, valor, cheerfulness
84
Decreased Pitta in the body causes excessive thirst and hunger. - T/F
False
85
Increased Pitta can cause burning of ___________
Eyes and feet
86
When Pitta decreases, It causes many diseases without symptoms. - T/F
False
87
Kapha has its origin and gets its nuture from _________ element.
Water
88
The balanced functions of kapha physical include ____________. (Tick all suitable options)
Lubricated joints, heaviness, potency, wound healing, strength, stability of the body
89
Kapha has _________ Types.
Five
90
The increased Kapha causes excessive ____________. (Tick all the applicable options)
Sleep, oiliness, mucus, sweat.
91
Decreased effects of kapha in physical include __________.
Cramps, debility, giddiness
92
Eating on the run aggravates Vata. - T/F
True
93
Excessive rest and sleep decreases Kapha. - T/F
False
94
Honey is good for ___________.
Kapha
95
Which of the following doshas is associated with the elements of air and ether?
Vata
96
Which dosha is responsible for governing metabolic activities in the body?
Pitta
97
Which dosha is responsible for providing structure and stability to the body?
Kapha
98
Which of the following doshas is associated with the elements of fire and water?
Pitta
99
Which dosha is associated with the qualities of lightness, dryness, and cold?
Vata
100
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with excessive sweating and body odor?
Pitta
101
Which dosha is responsible for providing lubrication and moisture to the body?
Kapha
102
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of heat, intensity, and transformation?
Pitta
103
Which dosha is responsible for the smooth functioning of the nervous system?
Vata
104
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with indigestion, acidity, and heartburn?
Pitta
105
Which dosha is responsible for providing immunity and resistance against diseases?f
Kapha
106
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of heaviness, coldness, and stability?
Kapha
107
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with restlessness, anxiety, and insomnia?
Vata
108
Which dosha is responsible for the proper functioning of the digestive system?
Pitta
109
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of oiliness, heaviness, and slowness?
Kapha
110
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with congestion, excess mucus, and respiratory problems?
Kapha
111
Which dosha is responsible for maintaining hormonal balance in the body?
Pitta
112
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of movement, coldness, and dryness?
Vata
113
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with inflammation, skin rashes, and allergies?
Pitta
114
Which dosha is responsible for providing nourishment and energy to the body?
Kapha
115
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of sharpness, intensity, and acidity?
Pitta
116
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with water retention, weight gain, and sluggishness?
Kapha
117
Which dosha is responsible for the coordination of all bodily functions?
Vata
118
Which of the following doshas is associated with the qualities of lightness, heat, and roughness?
Pitta
119
Imbalance in which dosha is associated with joint pain, stiffness, and arthritis?
Vata
120
No two individual can be exactly same except twins. - T/F
False
121
Prakruthi does not deal with life style. - T/F
False
122
Spicy and bitter taste decrease Kapha Dosha. - T/F
True
123
By taking suggested precautions for a specific Prakriti, One can prevent diseases. - T/F
True
124
Agni appears in the body as ___________.
Fire
125
Prakriti means _________ creation.
First
126
Kruthi means __________.
Creation
127
According to Ayurveda, there are _______ tastes.
Six
128
A person with certain Prakriti has a certain type of digestive fire. - T/F
True
129
By taking suggested precautions for a specific Prakriti, One can prevent diseases. - T/F
True
130
At the time of Conception, the condition of uterus influences the formation of _________.
Prakruthi
131
In the last four hours of the day, the __________ dosha is in predominance state.
Vata
132
The state of mind of a pregnant women influences the Prakriti. - T/F
True
133
The age of the parents at the time of conception has no impact on the formation of Prakruthi. - T/F
False
134
Vata Dosha act as ___________.
Sensor, controller, divider
135
Due to Shita quality of Vata, the person will be cold intolerant. - T/F
True
136
A person with Kapha Prakriti has dry skin. - T/F
False
137
There are _______ possible types of Prakruthi.
Seven
138
In the old age, _______ dosha is dominant.
Vata
139
All Americans have Kapha Prakriti. - T/F
False
140
Sleeping during day-time increases _______ dosha in the body.
Kapha
141
In Ayurveda, Disease is defined in terms of imbalance between tridoshas. - T/F
True
142
In the rainy season, _________ dosha is aggravated.
Vata
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