Kriya Sharir Department

The Kriya Sharir Department focuses on understanding the functional aspects of the human body through both Ayurvedic physiology and modern biomedical science. This department forms a crucial bridge between classical Ayurvedic concepts and contemporary scientific understanding.

Students learn the foundational principles of how the body functions, enabling a deep understanding of health, disease, and physiological balance.

What Students Learn
• Ayurvedic principles of Sharira such as Doshas and their subtypes, Dhatus, Malas, Agni, Ojas, Prana, Udana, Vyana, and Srotas
• Functional mechanisms of body systems described in classical Samhitas
• Correlation between Ayurvedic physiology and modern physiology
• Role of mind–body connections in health and disease

Department Highlights
• Practical learning through laboratory investigations, demonstrations, and interactive sessions
• Assessment of health and disease using Dosha-based physiology
• Understanding the physiological basis of diagnosis and treatment from an Ayurvedic viewpoint
• Development of critical thinking by comparing traditional and modern physiological concepts

Our Vision
The department aims to build physicians who understand the body’s functions deeply and holistically. By integrating traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern scientific principles, students gain analytical clarity, clinical relevance, and a strong foundation for future practice.

The Kriya Sharir Department emphasizes:

• Comprehensive understanding of physiological concepts in Ayurveda
• Correlation of Ayurvedic and modern physiological sciences
• Development of clinical reasoning through physiology-based assessment
• Holistic interpretation of body functions for better diagnosis and treatment