Abstract

A STUDY TO ANALYSE THE INTELLIGENCE QUOTIENT IN DIFFERENT DEHA PRAKRITI

Dr. Parul*, Dr. Devendra Khurana and Vd. P. C. Mangal

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Abstract

Intelligence is multifaceted dynamic quality defining intellectual capabilities viewed holistically. It is an indicator reflecting individual’s mental & physical health. Hence, individual’s abilities to understand complex ideas, to adapt effectively to the environment, to learn from experience, to engage in various forms of reasoning, to overcome obstacles by careful thought can be taken as intelligence.[1] Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine approaches Intelligence (including concept of I.Q mentioned in Western Psychology) from a holistic perspective that combines physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of health. Ayurveda categorizes individuals into different body- mind types based on their inherent Prakriti which is believed to be associated with specific mental attributes,[2,3] The study aims to understand the association between Prakriti and I.Q of a person which would help in prophylaxis, prognosis, measure cognitive abilities, career counseling, personal development and self-awareness etc. Hence, the present observational study thus focus on interpreting Ayurvedic perception on the basis of modern concept of measuring intelligence through I.Q Testing.

Keywords: Prakriti, Inteligence, Smriti.