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Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 11 · Environmental Science

What Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health covers in ICSE Class 11 Environmental Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Environmental Science · 2026-27

Topics in Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health

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1. Traditional Systems of Medicine

  • Traditional medicine is based on long-developed knowledge, natural resources and holistic care.
  • Health is viewed as a balance of physical, mental and social well-being.
  • The major traditional systems covered are Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Naturopathy, Homeopathy and Yoga.
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2. Ayurveda

  • Ayurveda originated in prehistoric times and developed significantly during the Vedic period.
  • It is one of the oldest systems of medicine.
  • Ayurveda recognises seven basic tissues: plasma, blood, muscles, fat, bone, marrow and semen.
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3. Unani Medicine

  • Unani medicine is a Perso-Arabic system of traditional medicine.
  • It was widely practised during the Mughal period and is still practised in many parts of South India.
  • It is based on the teachings of Greek physicians Hippocrates and Galen.
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4. Siddha Medicine

  • Siddha medicine originated in Tamil Nadu, South India.
  • The Central Council of Indian Medicine was established in 1971 and regulates education in Siddha medicine.
  • There are 22 principal Siddhars, with Agasthya regarded as the father of Siddha medicine.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Health management through traditional medicine and biotechnology

Traditional Systems of MedicineAyurvedaUnani MedicineSiddha MedicineNaturopathyHomeopathyYogaAYUSH

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Key topics in Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health include Traditional Systems of Medicine, Ayurveda, Unani Medicine, Siddha Medicine. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
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