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Assessment of Pre-Acquired Ayurveda Knowledge


This assessment is for applicants wishing to join an Ayuskama Ayurveda course without completing the standard prerequisite pathway.

Its purpose is to evaluate your current level of Ayurvedic knowledge and practical understanding, so we can guide you into the course level that best supports your learning. As Ayurveda courses can vary in depth and approach, this helps ensure you have the appropriate foundation—both for your own benefit and to maintain a balanced learning environment for all students.

Please complete the assessment independently, using only your existing knowledge. Do not consult notes, books, or online resources. Honesty in your responses is in your best interest, as it allows us to accurately assess your level.

Allow approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to complete the assessment. Answer all questions clearly and thoughtfully.

Your responses will be reviewed, and a short follow-up discussion may be arranged if needed.

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Question 2 of 40

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Instructions

• Time Allowed: 90 - 120  minutes

• Passing Score: 63/90 (70%)

• Candidates scoring below 63 will be recommended to complete the Foundation Course before enrolling in other courses.

• Answer all questions. Write clearly and concisely.

 

Section A — Multiple Choice Questions (10 Marks)

Choose the single best answer for each question. 1 mark each.

Question 5 of 40

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the Panchamahabhutas (five great elements)?  [1 mark]

A

Prithvi

B

Prana

C

Jala

D

Akasha

Question 6 of 40

 2. Samkhya philosophy contributes to Ayurveda primarily through its concept of:  [1 mark]

A

Karma and rebirth

B

Purusha and Prakriti

C

Logic and debate (Tarka)

D

Ritual performance (Yajna)

Question 7 of 40

 

3. Pitta dosha is composed of which two Mahabhutas?  [1 mark]

A

Vayu + Akasha

B

Agni + Jala

C

Prithvi + Jala

D

Agni + Vayu

Question 8 of 40

 

4. How many Dhatus (body tissues) are described in classical Ayurveda?  [1 mark]

A

Five

B

Six

C

Seven

D

Eight

Question 9 of 40

 

5. The concept of ‘Ama’ in Ayurveda refers to:  [1 mark]

A

The vital essence of digested food

B

Accumulated toxins from improperly digested food

C

A type of body channel (Srotas)

D

The waste products (Mala) of metabolism

Question 10 of 40

 

6. ‘Dinacharya’ refers to:  [1 mark]

A

Seasonal regimen

B

Dietary guidelines

C

Daily routine practices for health maintenance

D

Therapeutic purification procedures

Question 11 of 40

 

7. Which Guna (quality) pair is most associated with Kapha dosha?  [1 mark]

A

Laghu (light) and Ruksha (dry)

B

Guru (heavy) and Snigdha (oily/unctuous)

C

Ushna (hot) and Tikshna (sharp)

D

Chala (mobile) and Sukshma (subtle)

Question 12 of 40

 

8. Prakriti in the context of an individual’s constitution is determined:  [1 mark]

A

By the dominant dosha at the time of illness

B

At the time of conception and remains unchanged throughout life

C

By the season of birth only

D

Through pulse diagnosis alone

Question 13 of 40

 

9. ‘Ritucharya’ in Ayurveda deals with:  [1 mark]

A

The classification of diseases

B

Seasonal routines and regimens for maintaining balance

C

Rules for preparing herbal medicines

D

The study of body channels

Question 14 of 40

 

10. According to Ayurveda, Agni primarily resides in:  [1 mark]

A

The heart

B

The liver

C

The digestive system (Jatharagni)

D

The brain

Section B — Short Answer Questions (20 Marks)

Answer each question in 2–4 sentences. 2 marks each.

 

Question 16 of 40

 

11. Name the three Doshas and briefly state the primary function of each in the body.  [2 marks]

Question 17 of 40

 

12. List the seven Dhatus in their correct order of nourishment (Dhatu Parampara).  [2 marks]

Question 18 of 40

13. What is the difference between Prakriti and Vikriti? Why is this distinction important in Ayurveda? [2 marks] 

Question 19 of 40

14. What is the role of Agni in health and disease according to Ayurveda?  [2 marks]

Question 20 of 40

15. Name the three Malas and explain their significance in maintaining health.  [2 marks]

Question 21 of 40

16. What is ‘Ahar Rasayan’? Give two practical examples of how food can be used as medicine in daily life.  [2 marks]

Question 22 of 40

17. Explain the concept of ‘Dravya-Guna-Karma’ in one or two sentences. How does this framework help in understanding substances in Ayurveda?  [2 marks]

Question 23 of 40

18. What is the concept of Srotas? Name any three Srotas and the tissues or functions they relate to. [2 marks]

Question 24 of 40

 

19. Name two key daily practices from Dinacharya and explain how they help prevent disease.  [2 marks]

Question 25 of 40

 

20. Describe how Ayurveda views the relationship between the individual (Pinda) and the universe (Brahmanda). Which philosophical school primarily informs this view?  [2 marks]

Section C — Applied & Conceptual Questions (20 Marks)

Answer in 4–6 sentences. These questions assess your ability to apply foundational concepts. 5 marks each.

 

Question 27 of 40

 

21. A 35-year-old person reports feeling heavy, lethargic, has poor appetite, and a white coating on the tongue. Based on your understanding of Doshas, Agni, and Ama — which dosha imbalance and digestive disturbance does this suggest? Briefly explain your reasoning using Ayurvedic principles (do not prescribe treatment).  [5 marks]

Question 28 of 40

 

22. Explain how a person’s diet and lifestyle should ideally change between Greeshma Ritu (summer) and Hemanta Ritu (early winter) according to Ritucharya principles. What is the Ayurvedic rationale for these seasonal adjustments?  [5 marks]

Question 29 of 40

 

23. Explain the concept of ‘Achar Rasayan’ (rejuvenating behaviours). How does Ayurveda connect a person’s conduct, emotions, and mental state to physical health? Give at least two examples.  [5 marks]

Question 30 of 40

 

24. In your own words, explain why a student of Ayurveda needs to study Indian philosophical systems (such as Samkhya, Vaisheshika, Nyaya, Yoga) to truly understand Ayurvedic principles. Use at least two specific examples of how these philosophies inform Ayurvedic theory or practice.  [5 marks]

Question 31 of 40

25. In which clinical presentations would you recommend Abhyangam treatment, and why? Provide at least three examples and explain the Ayurvedic rationale for each. [5 marks]

Question 32 of 40

26. A client presents with rheumatoid arthritis, joint stiffness, and aggravated Vata symptoms. Which Ayurvedic external therapies might be appropriate, and why? [5 marks]

Question 33 of 40

27. When would Abhyangam be contraindicated or used with caution? Give examples of conditions where you would avoid or modify the treatment. [5 marks]

Question 34 of 40

 

28. Explain the therapeutic differences between Abhyangam, Udvartana, and Pinda Sweda. When would each be most appropriately applied? [5 marks]

Question 35 of 40

 

29. What information can pulse diagnosis provide in Ayurvedic assessment? Describe what an experienced practitioner may assess through pulse. [5 marks]

Question 36 of 40

 

30. How might a Vata pulse differ from a Pitta or Kapha pulse? Describe the qualities of each. [5 marks]

Question 37 of 40

 

31. Why should pulse diagnosis not be used in isolation when planning treatment? [5 marks]

Question 38 of 40

32. Why is understanding prakriti and vikriti essential before recommending treatment? [5 marks]

Scoring Summary (for examiner use)

 

Section

Maximum Marks

Marks Obtained

A — Multiple Choice (Q1–10)

10

 

B — Short Answer (Q11–20)

20

 

C — Applied & Conceptual (Q21–24)

60

 

TOTAL

90

 

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□ Complete Foundation Course first

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