ASATMYAINDRIYARTH SAMYOGA: AYURVEDIC PROSPECT OF USING HEADPHONE

Abstract

Ayurveda, had given an admirable explanation of Indriyas and perception of knowledge through them. According to Ayurveda satmya indriyartha sannikarsha (proper confluence of sense organs with their objects) is required for the correct perception of knowledge. For this, it is necessary for Indriya (senses), Indriyartha (object of senses), Manas (mind), Budhi (intellect) and Atma (soul) to work together in coordination and they should be healthy and intact. Hence, any kind of improper bondage with sense and its object adversely affects that Indriya and cause disease. Shrotrendriya is one among five Indriyas and hearing is the main function of it. Sabda is the Artha of Shrotrendriya. At present, because of adaptation advancement of technology and devices, usage of personal lis- tening devices and mobile phones with earphone or headphones has increased in people at varying volumes and for prolonged periods. The use of these devices in such manner poses a serious threat of irreversible changes like tinnitus and hearing loss. The waster uses of Shrotrendriya because of such habits which affects the hearing ca- pacity can be considered as Asatmyaindriyarth samyoga. Keyword: Asatmyaindriyartha Samyoga, Shrotrendriya, Hearing loss