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Prelims level: CCRAS and its functioning
Why in the news?
- The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) is hosting “PRAGATI-2024” at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, to promote collaboration and research opportunities between CCRAS and the Ayurveda drug industry.
About Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)
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- The CCRAS is an autonomous body of the Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy), Government of India.
- It was established in 1978 to formulate, coordinate, develop, and promote research on scientific lines in the Ayurveda and Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine.
- Primary Objectives:
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- Research: To undertake research to scientifically establish the efficacy of Ayurvedic practices.
- Development: To develop and promote Ayurveda science through research and education.
- Integration: To integrate traditional Ayurvedic methods with modern medicine for more comprehensive healthcare.
Functions of CCRAS
- Research Studies: Conducting various types of research studies like drug research, fundamental research, clinical research, literary research, and medicinal plant research.
- Publication: Publishing scientific journals, research papers, and other documentation to disseminate knowledge.
- Medicinal Plant Development: Focusing on the cultivation and conservation of medicinal plants used in Ayurveda.
- Public Health Initiatives: Implementing public health programs and providing training to practitioners.
Achievements of CCRAS:
- Development of Ayurvedic Formulations: CCRAS has developed several notable Ayurvedic formulations and technologies, which have been patented and commercialised.
- National Ayurveda Morbidity Codes: CCRAS has developed morbidity codes and standard terminologies to standardise the practice of Ayurveda.
- AYUSH Research Portal: A comprehensive database of research on Ayurveda, which includes information on drugs, case studies, and clinical trials.
Notable Projects:
- Golden Triangle Partnership: A collaborative project with CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) and ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) for enhancing the scientific validation of Ayurveda.
- Tribal Health Care Research Program: Aimed at documenting ethno-medical knowledge and validating it for scientific purposes.
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