In which of the following valley, Himachal Pradesh Language, Art and Culture Academy founded 600 years old manuscript that deals with the Ayurvedic System of Medicine?
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HAS GS Previous Year Prelims Paper (2020)
Sangla Valley
Incorrect AnswerKullu Valley
Incorrect AnswerBalh Valley
Incorrect AnswerSpiti Valley
Correct AnswerExplanation:
- Sangla Valley (Option 1): Known for its scenic beauty and apple orchards, but not associated with any Ayurvedic manuscript discovery.
- Kullu Valley (Option 2): Famous for its Dussehra festival and temples, but no record of a 600-year-old Ayurvedic manuscript found here.
- Balh Valley (Option 3): Noted for agricultural activities, but not linked to historical manuscripts in Ayurveda.
- Spiti Valley (Option 4): The correct answer. The Himachal Pradesh Language, Art, and Culture Academy discovered a 600-year-old Ayurvedic manuscript in Spiti Valley. The region is rich in ancient Buddhist and cultural manuscripts, making it a significant site for such findings.
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By: Parvesh Mehta