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The Analysis of the Chatuska Methodology as it is Presented in the Charaka Samhita Sutra Sthanna

Author : Dr. Ragni Chaurasiya, Dr. Krishna Kumar Tiwari, Dr. Swati Vyas and Dr. Meenakshi Chauhan

Abstract :

The Chatuska approach, which is unique to the Charaka Samhita, was used to group related descriptions under a single topic. It is not only presented in a distinctive manner, but it also serves as proof of Charaka Samhita's pragmatic methodology.
अत्रार्थाः सूत्रिताः सुक्ष्मा प्रत्यन्यते हि सर्वतः।
Sutras are the findings of a thorough investigation spanning several years that validate the wisdom the ability for words to convey ideas succinctly and effectively is known as the "Sutra." These of centuries past. As Sutra's definition puts it.
A sutra is characterized as having the most content and the fewest letters; it is the form of pure knowledge that has been validated and has the capacity to expand upon itself. The word "Sutra" is the scientific name for the Ayurvedic Shastra in terms of science.As the Madhusancaya of the Samhita, the Sutrasthana lies. Acharya Charaka has beautifully preserved this honey of knowledge in the shape of the Chatuska Methodology.
In addition to offering a distinctive scribing technique, the Chatuskas serve as proof of the Charaka Samhita's practical application and a litmus test for the Kayachikitsa school of thought.
To emphasize the approach and expertise of Chatuskas of Charaka Samhita.
To elucidate Chatuska's arrangement.

Keywords :

Charaka samhita, charaka sutrasthana, ayurveda, and chathushka technique