11th Ayurveda Day Celebrated at Central Ayurveda Research Institute, New Delhi

The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in New Delhi celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day with various activities aimed at promoting awareness about Ayurveda and healthy living. The institute organised a 'Run for Ayurveda', an Ayurveda Day lecture, and distributed medicinal plants among patients. A press conference was also held to brief media representatives about the activities undertaken as part of the celebrations.

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Prelims-testable facts

01The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), New Delhi, celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day with a series of activities.
02The programme commenced with Dhanwantri Poojan, performed by Dr. Hemant Panigrahi, Institute In-charge.
03A 'Run for Ayurveda' was organised with participation from officers, employees, and patients of the Institute.
04An Ayurveda Day lecture was organised, highlighting the principles of Ayurveda, healthy lifestyle practices, disease prevention, and the relevance of Ayurveda in contemporary healthcare.
05Medicinal plants were distributed among patients visiting the Institute to create awareness about their importance, conservation, and appropriate use.
06The 11th Ayurveda Day was observed on 23 September 2026 with the theme 'Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow'.
07Ayurveda Day has been observed annually since 2016 to honour and promote India's ancient Ayurvedic tradition.

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Statement I & IIhard

Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in New Delhi celebrated the 11th Ayurveda Day on 23 September 2026. Statement-II: The 11th Ayurveda Day was celebrated on 23 September 2026 because it is a significant date in the history of Ayurveda. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct but Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
C.Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
D.Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Statement 1 is correct because it is mentioned in fact 1 that the 11th Ayurveda Day was celebrated on 23 September 2026 at CARI. Statement 2 is incorrect because it does not provide a valid reason for why the 11th Ayurveda Day was celebrated on 23 September 2026. The fact list does not mention any significance of the date 23 September 2026 in the history of Ayurveda.

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