Ayurveda Ayurvedic Herbs and Botanicals

Question 1

Which herb is known as 'Indian Ginseng' in Ayurveda and is primarily used as an adaptogen?

Accepted Answer

Ashwagandha

Answer

Brahmi

Answer

Shatavari

Answer

Guduchi

Question 2

Triphala is a classical Ayurvedic formula composed of three fruits; which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Ashwagandha

Answer

Haritaki

Answer

Amalaki

Answer

Bibhitaki

Question 3

Which Ayurvedic herb is the richest natural source of Vitamin C and is used extensively to rejuvenate the body?

Accepted Answer

Amalaki

Answer

Brahmi

Answer

Neem

Answer

Turmeric

Question 4

Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is primarily classified under which Ayurvedic therapeutic category?

Accepted Answer

Rasayana

Answer

Deepaniya

Answer

Pachana

Answer

Shothahara

Question 5

Which herb is described as 'Medhya Rasayana' in Ayurveda, specifically used to enhance cognitive function?

Accepted Answer

Brahmi

Answer

Haritaki

Answer

Vidanga

Answer

Punarnava

Question 6

Neem (Azadirachta indica) is known for which predominant taste (Rasa) in Ayurveda?

Accepted Answer

Tikta (Bitter)

Answer

Madhura (Sweet)

Answer

Amla (Sour)

Answer

Katu (Pungent)