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Book Title Author/Publisher Why Recommended Focus Areas for Exams Textbook of Ayurveda, Vol. 1: Fundamental Principles of Ayurveda Dr. Vasant Lad Comprehensive English explanation of core principles with diagrams; ideal for beginners and UPSC/State PCS conceptual questions. Panchamahabhuta, Tridosha, Dhatus, clinical applications. Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing Dr. Vasant Lad Simple introduction to basics; good for quick revision and understanding philosophy. Tridosha, Prakriti, Agni, Ama. Charaka Samhita (English Translation) P.V. Sharma or R.K. Sharma (Chaukhambha) Classical text; essential for authentic principles. Focus on Sutrasthana for basics. Nidana, Samprapti, Chikitsa Sutra. Ashtanga Hridayam (English Translation) Dr. T. Sreekumar or Vagbhata Concise classical reference; covers physiology and principles succinctly. Dosha Lakshanas, Ojas, Srotas. Global Ayurved – Part 1 (Comprehensive Guide for AIAPGET/UPSC/PSC/MO Exams) Chaukhambha Publications Exam-oriented with MCQs and summaries; covers UPSC CMS basics. All principles with practice questions. Ayurveda Sangraha: A Complete Guide for MD/UPSC/PSC/MO Entrance Dr. Govind Parik All-in-one for competitive exams; includes solved papers. Tridosha, Dhatus, Malas, objective questions. Guide Books by CrackTarget.com
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