Yoga M.C.Q

 

1. The purpose for chanting a mantra is to
 a. activate a spiritual force within the human consciousness
 b. increase intellectual powers
 c. increase creativity
 d. all of the above


2. What is the ultimate goal of yoga meditation?
 a. to learn how to negotiate the four stages of life
 b. to learn the Vedic rites
 c. to increase strength and flexibility
 d. to dwell for extended periods of trance and reach the highest mystical state


3. Surya Namaskar is considered to be a complete exercise for the body and has often been cited as a combination of Asanas that helps in stretching almost all the major muscles. How many different Asanas does Surya Namaskar comprise of?

   12

   7

   10

   8

    

   4.Who is believed to be the father of Yoga?

   Krishnamacharya

   Gautam Buddha

   Maharshi Patanjali

   Adi Shankaracharya

   
   

   5. The word “Yoga” comes for Sanskrit. What is the literal meaning of this word?

   Hindu system of philosophy & meditation

   Inner peace & tranquility

   Joining together

   Controlled breathing

   
   

   6.Which day is celebrated as ‘International Day of Yoga’?

   (A) June 20
   (B) June 21
   (C) June 22
   (D) June 23

   7.The appropriate amount of time to wait after a meal before beginning a yoga practice is:

   (A) 30 minutes
   (B) 60 minutes
   (C) 90 minutes
   (D) 2 hours