Ayurveda’s Eternal Wisdom: 29th Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth Convocation in Varanasi

💧 Ayurveda's Rich Legacy & Modern Future

The historic city of Varanasi recently hosted the 29th Convocation of the Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV), marking a significant milestone in promoting traditional Indian medicine. Held at Banaras Hindu University, the event celebrated the graduation of scholars while re-emphasizing the enduring importance of the Guru–Shishya tradition. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav and other dignitaries underscored Ayurveda not as a relic, but as a holistic knowledge system crucial for modern health.

29th Edition of RAV Convocation

BHU Host Institution (Varanasi)

CRAV Core Training Program Highlighted

💧 Key Initiatives & Strategic Focus

The convocation provided key insights into the Ministry’s strategies and future directions for the Ayush sector.

🏛️ Sustaining Traditions

RAV continues to preserve the ancient Guru–Shishya lineage by connecting young practitioners with eminent Vaidyas through structured programs like Certificate of RAV (CRAV), ensuring authentic knowledge transmission.

👩🏽– Strengthened Research

Evidence-based studies are essential for strengthening the credibility and global acceptance of Ayush systems. Key focus areas include:

Developing national institutions like AIIA (All India Institute of Ayurveda).
Collaborating with global bodies (e.g., WHO Traditional Medicine Centre).
Integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology for better healthcare delivery.
Promoting Ayurveda in international health diplomacy.

📚 UPSC CSE Pre Quiz Corner

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV):

1. It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Ayush.
2. Its main focus is to preserve and promote the traditional Guru-Shishya tradition of Ayurveda education.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?