Abstract

Dr. Prahlad Raghu* and Dr. Prince Raghu

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda defines Indriyas as sense organs which attain knowledge for the Atma, as per Acharya Charaka Indriyas are instrument which differentiates living from non-living matters. The five elements (Mahabhuta) contributed as compositional elements of Indriyas therefore different sense organs acts differently. Indriyas present within their Indriya adhishtanas (anatomical organs) in minute form and perform function to perceiving senses and communicate sense perception to the brain or body organs for further stimulation. As per modern science eye, ear, nose, tongue and skin are sense organs which perceives sense of vision, sound, smell, taste and touch. The Doshic predominance and Mahabhuta present in Indriyas attributed to their specific physiological actions, similarly the vitiation of associated Doshas can alters functioning of Indriyas. The Ayurveda concept of Indriya needs to be explored to provide literature based information related to Indriya Sharira.