A REVIEW ARTICLE ON ANALYTICAL STUDY OF SHARIR RACHANA IN AYURVEDA: A COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVE WITH MODERN ANATOMY

Sharir Rachana (Ayurvedic Anatomy) is a fundamental branch of Ayurveda that describes the structure of the human body in a unique and holistic manner. Unlike modern anatomy, which is based on dissection and histology, Ayurveda conceptualizes human anatomy in terms of Panchamahabhuta, Doshas, Dhatus, and Srotas. This paper aims to explore the foundational principles of Ayurvedic anatomy, comparing them with contemporary anatomical knowledge and highlighting their clinical significance. It also examines classical texts such as Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridaya to understand the ancient approach to body structure.