Abstract

Dr. Vinod Patil*, Dr. Ashwini Shitre and Dr. Pallavi Bhirud

ABSTRACT

The health of child is one of the prime concerns for every nation and the presence of congenital anomalies in children is very crucial problem of whole world. Therefore medical science recommended that if parents belong from different clan then the chances of congenital anomalies decreases. The disorders such as; mental retardation, congenital anomalies and dysmorphism may be due to the autosomal recessive etiology. Ayurveda is the science of traditional medicinal system work around facts and logical consideration, Ayurveda covers physical, psychological, social and spiritual aspect of human beings life. Ayurveda described concept of Atulyagotriya marriage. Ayurveda believe that marriage between persons of Atulya gotriya may prevent any chances of congenital disorders. The traditional text of Ayurveda mentioned adverse effects of Tulyagotriya marriages (marriage in same gotriya). The literature study reveals that consanguineous marriages incidences differ from area to area or from culture to culture. As per modern science blood relatives may possess same genes since they have a common origination of their generations from where they inherited their genes. Modern science also believes that the closer relationship increases chances of same faulty gene in common. Considering the importance of childhood health & prevalence of congenital anomalies this article provides wise narration on concept of Atulyagotriya as per Ayurveda as well as modern science.