About The Author
Dr. Amit Kataria is a distinguished and influential author-ity in the discipline of Kaumarbhritya across India and was born on December,25 1976. His academic journey began with his graduation from Shri Krishna Govt. Ayurvedic College (now Institute for Ayurved Studies and Research) Kurukshetra in 2000 followed by specialized Post-Graduate training in 2003 at the prestigious institute (Institute for Post Graduate Teaching and Research IPGT &RA), Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar (Gujarat). He further advanced his scholarly pursuits by earning a Ph.D. in Kaumarbhritya from National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur under the than Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur (Rajasthan), establishing a formidable foundation in Ayurvedic Pediatrics. Dr. Kataria joined Shri Krishna Govt. Ayurvedic College, Kurukshetra in 2010 as a Reader in Kaumarbhritya after completing about six-year service as a lecturer in Dept. of Kaumarbhritya at Guru Nanak Ayurvedic College and Research Institute, Gopalpur, Ludhiana (Punjab) and State Ayurvedic College, Lucknow (UP). Presently, he is working as a Professor in the Department of Kaumarbhritya, Institute for Ayurved Studies and Research, Fac-ulty of Ayurved, Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra (Haryana). He has produced many Graduates and Post Graduates (Ay) and many scholars are pur-suing Ph.D. under him. He has published more than 25 research papers, a book and authored many chapters in various books. He is associated with many ac-ademic and administrative bodies of important research and academic institu tions of Ayurveda. He is an expert member of various committees. He has received many appreciations and awards. A highly disciplined, time-bound and perfection-driven professional, Dr. Kataria is widely admired for his unwavering commitment to academic excellence. He approaches every clinical and scholarly responsibility with precision, punctuality and a pursuit of maximum perfection. Despite his rigorous professional standards, he remains remarkably student-friendly, empathetic, an inspiring mentor and a deeply respected clinician.
Dr. Promila Thakur's journey in Ayurveda is a distinguished narrative of unwavering dedication, academic rigor, and a profound commitment to healing. A native of Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, she demonstrated ex-ceptional academic prowess from her early schooling through her higher educa-tion. Her foundational training in Ayurveda was established at Shri Dhanwantry Ayurvedic College in Chandigarh. She then advanced her expertise by specializing in Kaumarbhritya at Government Ayurved College in Nanded, Maha-rashtra. Her academic leadership was further recognized when she served as the Head of the Department of Kaumarbhritya at the Mand-saur Institute of Ayurved Education and Research in Madhya Pradesh. She is the recipient of Ayur Visharad Award. Dr. Promila Thakur is an active contributor to the growth of Ayurvedic knowledge, having presented numerous research papers in both national and in-ternational journals, served as a guest lecturer, and acted as an eval-uator for university examinations. Her sincerity and dedication have earned her the respect and acknowledgment of the Ayurveda frater-nity across multiple states, including Chandigarh, Maharashtra, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and her home state of Himachal Pradesh. Currently, she is furthering her scholarly pursuits through a Ph.D. in Kaumarbhritya from Shri Krishna AYUSH University in Ku-rukshetra, Haryana. Alongside her academic advancement, she serves her community as an Ayurvedic Medical Officer for the Gov-ernment of Himachal Pradesh. Dr. Promila Thakur continues to excel as a dedicated paediatrician, clinician and an accomplished, beloved academician, inspiring peers and benefiting countless individuals through her work.
Introduction
Ancient India has gifted many great sciences, which has been undoubtedly established by latest researches. Ayurveda, the holistic science from India, which has still remained at its pride. It is believed to be the oldest healing science in existence of all others. Among the eight division of Ayurveda, Shalakya Tantra is the one, which deals with the sense organs including other parts above the clavicle. One subdivision of this branch deals only with the "EYE". Even though these branches were divided during the period of Samhita Kala, the knowledge of all these existed in the distant past. Many ancient sages and scholars have contributed much to this field. It has witnessed phenomenal growth in the distant past as, Aswini Kumaras, Nimi, Videha, Bhoja, Satyaki, Pujyapada, Shivi, Krishna Atreya, Karala, Bhadra Shaunaka, Janaka, Garghya, Galava, Chakshushya, etc have stood as the testimonies of its achievements. Ashwinou, the twin brothers have bestowed eyesight to Rijashwa, Kanwa etc. (Rg. 1-116-6) (Rg-1-114-8). Paravrija (Rg. 112-8) and Kavi Puru (Rg-1-116-7) alleviating their blindness. There is also description of Netra Shareera in Brihadaranyaka where comparison has been given for Urdhwa Vartma as Akasha and Adho Vartma as Prithvi. In Atharva Veda, a number of hymns have been described to invoke the blessings of the sun for the preservation of sight like Gayatri Mantra, Suryanamaskara etc. In Chakshushyopanishad 40-45 mantras have been explained for the improvement of vision. Description, usage and utility of Anjana are explained in Ithareya Brahmana. In Bhagavatha, we get a beautiful story described about Nimi, where he has been credited for his presence in the eyelids of humanbeings. Videha and Janaka have significant contributions to the early development of Shalakya. Besides Bhoja and Nimi, we also come across the name of eye surgeon Sivaka, who rooted out the eyeball and transplated the same on some other body.
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