GK Quiz on Yoga: How Much Do You Know About This Ancient Practice?

Yoga is an ancient practice that originated from Indian traditions and has gained widespread popularity around the world for its numerous mental and physical health benefits. But how much do you really know about yoga? This International Yoga Day, challenge yourself to learn more about this ancient practice. Test your general knowledge of yoga by taking our fun and informative quiz to see how well you know its history, principles, and practice. Dive deeper into yoga and see how much you really know about it!

1. From which Sanskrit word does the word “yoga” originate?

1. Buddhism

b) Karma

c) Yuj

d) Shakti

Answer: c)

2. Which pose resembles a cobra with the body lifted off the ground?

a) Cobra pose

b) Vrishasana

c) Tadasana

d) Lower limb stretch

Answer: a)

3. In yogic terms, what are the five “sheaths” that make up the human body?

a) Chakra

b) Gunas

c) Koshas

d) Puranas

Answer: c)

4. What pose in yoga is called “Mountain Pose”?

a) Tadasana

b) Vrishasana

c) Front Limb Stretch

d) Warrior Pose I

Answer: a)

5. What does Hatha Yoga focus on?

a) Meditation and spiritual development

b) Body posture and breathing exercises

c) Ethical behavior and selfless service

d) Mantras and chants

Answer: b)

6. What is the cleansing practice in yoga called?

a) Handprint

b) Asanas

c) Pranayama

d) Saudi Kriyasi

Answer: d)

7. Which chakra is believed to be associated with the heart center?

a) Muladhara Chakra

b) Reproductive tract

c) Anahata

d) Throat

Answer: c)

8. When is International Yoga Day celebrated globally?

a) June 21

b) March 20

c) August 15

d) December 10

Answer: a)

9. Which style of yoga is known for its flowing sequences synchronized with the breath?

a) Hatha Yoga

b) Iyengar Yoga

c) Vinyasa Flow Yoga

d) Restorative Yoga

Answer: c)

10. What is the Sanskrit word for “breathing” in yoga?

a) Asanas

b) Prana

Dharma

d) Karma

Answer: b)

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