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Question
Which TSM is widely practiced and culturally accepted in Tamil Nadu? - explain.
Solution
Siddha is the most popular, widely practiced, and culturally accepted system in Tamil Nadu. It is based on the texts written by 18 Siddhars. There are different opinions on the constitution of 18 Siddhars. The Siddhars are not only from Tamil Nadu but have also come from other countries. The entire knowledge is documented in the form of poems in Tamil. Siddha is principally based on the Pancabuta philosophy. According to this system, three humors namely Vatam, Pittam, and Kapam that are responsible for the health of human beings, and ‘ any disturbance in the equilibrium of these humor result in ill health.
The drug sources of Siddha include plants, animal parts, marine products, and minerals. This system specializes in using minerals for preparing drugs with a long shelf-life. This system uses about 800 herbs as a source of drugs. Great stress is laid on disease prevention, health promotion, rejuvenation, and cure.
