Yukti (युक्ति)

Yukti is the rational application of knowledge to devise a specific plan. It is the intelligence of the physician to syn.

Ayurvedic Principles (Siddhanta Kosha) 1 min read
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Sanskrit Verse

युक्तिश्च योजना या तु युज्यते।

— (Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana 11/25)

Explanation

Yukti is the rational application of knowledge to devise a specific plan. It is the intelligence of the physician to synthesize information about the patient’s dosha, disease state, strength, season, and the properties of various medicines to create a unique and effective treatment protocol. It is considered one of the ‘Pramanas’ (means of knowledge).

Clinical Importance

Yukti is what separates a knowledgeable scholar from a skilled physician. It is the art of clinical decision-making, emphasizing that Ayurveda is not a one-size-fits-all approach but requires intelligent planning for each individual case.