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UGC Introduces Ayurveda Biology as a Subject for UGC-NET from December 2024

  • 08 Nov 2024

UGC Introduces Ayurveda Biology as a Subject for UGC-NET from December 2024

 

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially announced that Ayurveda Biology will be included as a new subject in the UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) starting from December 2024. This decision follows the recommendations of an expert committee and was confirmed during the Commission's 581st meeting, held on 25th June 2024.

 

The introduction of Ayurveda Biology as an additional subject marks a significant step in integrating traditional Indian knowledge with modern scientific advancements. Candidates aspiring to appear for the UGC-NET exam can find detailed information and updates regarding the subject on the official UGC NET website at ugcnetonline.in.

 

Ayurveda Biology Syllabus Overview

The syllabus for Ayurveda Biology in the UGC-NET exam is structured into 10 comprehensive units:

  1. History and Development of Ayurveda
  2. Philosophy and Fundamental Principles of Ayurveda
  3. Sharira Rachna and Kriya
  4. Padartha Vijnana and Dravya Vijnana
  5. Rasa Shastra, Bheshajya Kalpana and Ayurvedic Pharmacopeia
  6. Disease Biology, Microbiology and Immunology
  7. Genetics, Ayurgenomics, Cell and Molecular Biology
  8. Physiology, Biochemistry and Nanotechnology
  9. Biodiversity and Environmental Health, IPR and Entrepreneurship
  10. Research Methodology, Biostatistics and Ayurveda-informatics

This subject aims to provide a balanced understanding of Ayurveda, incorporating both traditional principles and contemporary scientific approaches, making it relevant for the modern research and healthcare landscape.

For More Information

Candidates are encouraged to visit the official UGC NET website (ugcnetonline.in) for additional details, including exam dates, application procedures, and other updates related to Ayurveda Biology as a new subject in the UGC-NET.

With this new addition, UGC-NET now reflects a growing recognition of traditional knowledge systems alongside modern scientific fields.