A Critical Study of Oudbhida Dravya Mentioned in Charak Samhita Sutrasthana

This study critically review the Oudbhida Dravya (plant-based substances) mentioned in the Sutrasthana of the Charaka Samhita which are non-controversial, one of the foundational texts of Ayurveda. The research aims to identify, categorize, and analyze the plant drugs described within this section, focusing on their classification, properties (Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka), and therapeutic indications as presented in the Sutrasthana. Furthermore, this study seeks to explore the underlying principles guiding the selection and application of these Oudbhida Dravya in maintaining health and treating diseases according to the core tenets established in the initial chapters of the Charaka Samhita. By systematically analyzing the textual references, this research intends to provide a comprehensive understanding of the significance and utilization of plantbased medicine as foundational knowledge within the Charaka Samhita's Sutrasthana.