Pramana: An Ayurvedic examination method

In Ayurveda true knowledge is referred as Prama and the means to acquire knowledge are known as Pramana. Pramana Vigyana is defined by Ayurveda as a scientific research tool. Ayurvedic scientific methods are enhanced by these Pramanas, which are useful for diagnosing ailments and patients. Ayurveda uses the term Pareeksha in place of Pramana. Pareeksha establishes an object's reality by thoroughly examine. As stated by Acharya Charak the existent or non-existent of things can be investigated by four Pramana i.e., Aptopadesha, Pratyaksha, Anumana and Yukti. Pramanas play a significant role in accurate diagnosis. The purpose is to investigate the significance of Pramanas as they are described in Ayurvedic literature in relation to disease assessment.