AP Ayurvedic Anatomy & Physiology 3

Question 1

In Ayurveda, the Kledaka Kapha sub-type is located in the stomach and performs what primary role?

Accepted Answer

Moistening food to aid digestion

Answer

Kledaka Kapha is found in the stomach lining and moistens food, facilitating enzymatic breakdown by Jatharagni.

Question 2

Which mala (waste product) is produced as the by-product of Rasa dhatu formation?

Accepted Answer

Kapha and mucus secretions

Answer

The malas of Rasa dhatu are the mucus and phlegm secretions (kapha-related waste), as rasa and kapha share a fluid nature.

Question 3

Samana Vayu resides near which fire and assists in which process?

Accepted Answer

Jatharagni; assists digestion and absorption

Answer

Samana Vayu is located in the small intestine near Jatharagni and assists in separating nutrients from waste during digestion.

Question 4

The Majja dhatu in Ayurvedic anatomy correlates with which modern anatomical substance?

Accepted Answer

Bone marrow and nerve tissue

Answer

Majja dhatu encompasses bone marrow and nervous tissue, including the brain and spinal cord.

Question 5

Which of the following correctly describes the concept of 'Upadhatu' in Ayurvedic anatomy?

Accepted Answer

Secondary tissues nourished by primary dhatus but not in the main sequence

Answer

Upadhatus are secondary or accessory tissues formed from a parent dhatu, such as breast milk and menstrual blood from Rasa dhatu.

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