Critical Evaluation of the Concept of Genetics in Ayurveda with Special Reference to Eight Undesired Body Types (Ashta Nindit)

The study critically evaluates the concept of genetics in Ayurveda, particularly focusing on eight undesired body types (Ashta Nindit) such as hereditary obesity, leanness, gigantism, dwarfism, albinism, hypermelanosis, hypertrichosis, and hypotrichosis. It concludes that these body types have a genetic basis of inheritance, aligning with modern genetic understanding. The research highlights that Ayurveda's descriptions of genetic disorders, referred to as "Adibala Pravrutta Vikara," are consistent with contemporary genetic findings, demonstrating that the ancient medical science of Ayurveda had a profound understanding of genetic predispositions.