Amla or Indian gooseberry is a popular edible fruit commonly found in most Indian homes. They are rich in vitamin C and anti-oxidants. Hence, they are excellent anti-ageing agents. It is different from Gooseberry in a lot of ways but both contain upto 60% of vitamin C. Amlas are used as home remedies in ailments ranging from indigestion to diabetes. They are sour to taste but is also slightly sweet.
In this quiz you learn about amla, a variety of its uses and some unknown, interesting facts.
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWhat is the difference between Gooseberry and Indian Gooseberry?
CorrectThere are many differences between Indian gooseberry and gooseberry. However, one major difference is that while gooseberries grow in shrubs, Indian gooseberries grow on trees.
IncorrectThere are many differences between Indian gooseberry and gooseberry. However, one major difference is that while gooseberries grow in shrubs, Indian gooseberries grow on trees.
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsIndian gooseberry belongs to which family?
CorrectIndian gooseberries belong to the Euphorbiaceae family and botanically, they are called Phyllanthus embilica. They are not at all related to the gooseberries of Grossulariaceae family.
IncorrectIndian gooseberries belong to the Euphorbiaceae family and botanically, they are called Phyllanthus embilica. They are not at all related to the gooseberries of Grossulariaceae family.
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsA combination of Indian gooseberry and __________ improves vision.
CorrectCombination of Aamla and honey improves vision. This is chiefly because it helps purify the blood and boosts blood flow to the brain. Therefore the nerve functioning grow better.
IncorrectCombination of Aamla and honey improves vision. This is chiefly because it helps purify the blood and boosts blood flow to the brain. Therefore the nerve functioning grow better.
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsA cup of bitter gourd juice with a spoonful of Amla juice is effective in
CorrectA cup of bitter gourd juice with a spoonful of Amla juice is effective in dealing with diabetes because it helps lower the blood sugar level and stimulate pancreas.
IncorrectA cup of bitter gourd juice with a spoonful of Amla juice is effective in dealing with diabetes because it helps lower the blood sugar level and stimulate pancreas.
- Question 5 of 10
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1 pointsWhich of these Gods is believed to dwell on the Amla tree as per Hindu religion?
CorrectAs per Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is believed to dwell on this tree. Hence, the tree is worshiped on Amalaka Ekadashi which falls during February-March months.
IncorrectAs per Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is believed to dwell on this tree. Hence, the tree is worshiped on Amalaka Ekadashi which falls during February-March months.
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWhich of these Indian states are the biggest producers of Aamlas?
CorrectMaharashtra is the largest producer and supplier of Aamla in India.
IncorrectMaharashtra is the largest producer and supplier of Aamla in India.
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsIndian gooseberry is one of the richest sources of vitamin _________.
CorrectIndian gooseberry or Aamla is one of the richest sources of vitamin C. Apart from this, it is a rich source of potassium, vitamin A and anti-oxidants.
IncorrectIndian gooseberry or Aamla is one of the richest sources of vitamin C. Apart from this, it is a rich source of potassium, vitamin A and anti-oxidants.
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsPlanting Amla trees along the bed of the wells ensure ____________.
CorrectThe roots of Amla tree act as an effective filter and they purify water. They are hence planted along the well bed to ensure clean and sweet drinking water.
IncorrectThe roots of Amla tree act as an effective filter and they purify water. They are hence planted along the well bed to ensure clean and sweet drinking water.
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsIndian gooseberry is botanically called ____________.
CorrectIndian gooseberry is botanically called Phyllanthus embilica and gooseberry is called Ribes uva-crispa.
IncorrectIndian gooseberry is botanically called Phyllanthus embilica and gooseberry is called Ribes uva-crispa.
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsAmla contains ______ as per ayurveda.
CorrectThere are totally six tastes recognized by Ayurveda and Amla contains 5 of those, namely, astringent, sour, sweet, bitter and pungent.
IncorrectThere are totally six tastes recognized by Ayurveda and Amla contains 5 of those, namely, astringent, sour, sweet, bitter and pungent.
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