Who among the following is known as the father of Indian surgery and ophthalmology?

Option 1 -> Charaka is known as the father of Indian medicine, famous for Charaka Samhita which focuses on internal medicine and diagnosis.

Option 2 -> Sushruta authored the Sushruta Samhita, which contains detailed surgical techniques including cataract surgery, rhinoplasty, and describes over 120 surgical instruments.

Option 3 -> Kumarbhritya refers to the pediatric branch of Ayurveda (Kaumarbhritya), not a specific physician.

Option 4 -> Bharadwaja was an ancient sage mentioned in Vedic texts, but not specifically associated with surgery or ophthalmology.

Hence, Option 2: Sushruta -> He is recognized as the father of Indian surgery and ophthalmology for his pioneering work in surgical procedures, particularly his contributions to plastic surgery and eye surgeries documented in the 6th century BCE -> correct