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This work is a compelling exploration of India's timeless relationship with medicine, wellness, and the art of healing. Spanning centuries of history, it traces the journey of Indian healthcare traditions from their sacred roots in the Vedic age, Ayurveda, Siddha, yoga, and meditation, to the arrival of Unani and homeopathy, each shaping the collective wisdom of healing. The book journeys through India's colonial past, when Western medicine and pharmacopeia were institutionalized, altering the landscape of traditional practices. It then highlights the post-independence renaissance, showcasing the creation of health policies, national programs, and pharmaceutical growth that laid the foundation for a modern healthcare system.Structured across multiple parts, the text not only examines historical transitions but also dissects the challenges of the present balancing modern and traditional systems, ensuring affordability and equity, and tackling issues of trust and quality in formulations. Looking forward, it envisions India's role in global healthcare through mental health awareness, eco-sustainable practices, innovation, and healing diplomacy. Both deeply informative and forward-looking, this work offers scholars, practitioners, and readers a comprehensive understanding of how India's healing traditions and modern reforms continue to shape the health of the nation and the world.
