Classification of Human Population Based on HLA Gene Polymorphism and the Concept of <i>Prakriti</i> in Ayurveda

Ayurveda classifies the whole human population in three major constitutions as Vata, Pitta, Kapha and their possible combinations. Their homologous relation to human genetic structure needs to be studied for validation. If validated, our hypothesis would have far reaching implications for pharmacogenomics, modern genetics, human health, and Ayurveda.