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

GK Quiz on Yoga: Think you know yoga? Take our GK quiz and test your knowledge on its history and practice. 

Jun 21, 2024, 19:24 IST
GK Quiz on Yoga
GK Quiz on Yoga

Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in Indian tradition, has gained immense popularity worldwide for its numerous physical and mental health benefits. But how much do you really know about yoga? This International Yoga Day, challenge yourself to discover more about this ancient discipline. Take our fun and informative quiz to test your general knowledge of yoga and see how well you understand its history, principles, and practices. Dive in and find out how much you truly know about yoga!

1. The term "yoga" originates from which Sanskrit word?

a) Dharma   

b) Karma  

c) Yuj

d) Shakti

Answer: c) 

2.  Which asana resembles a cobra with the body raised off the ground?

a) Bhujangasana  

b) Vrikshasana  

c) Tadasana

d) Adho Mukha Svanasana 

Answer: a) 

3. What is the yogic term for the five "sheaths" that make up the human being?

a) Chakras  

b) Gunas

c) Koshas  

d) Pranas  

Answer: c) 

4.  What pose is known as the "Mountain Pose" in yoga?

a) Tadasana

b) Vrikshasana 

c) Adho Mukha Svanasana 

d) Virabhadrasana I 

Answer: a) 

5. What is the main focus of Hatha yoga?

a) Meditation and spiritual development  

b) Physical postures and breathing exercises

c) Ethical conduct and selfless service

d) Mantras and chanting

Answer: b) 

6.  What is the name of the cleansing practices in yoga?

a) Mudras 

b) Asanas

c) Pranayamas

d) Shatkriyas 

Answer: d) 

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

a) Muladhara

b) Svadhisthana

c) Anahata 

d) Vishuddha

Answer: c)  

8. When is International Day of Yoga celebrated globally?

a) June 21st

b) March  20th

c)  August 15th

d)  December  10th

Answer: a) 

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

a) Hatha yoga

b) Iyengar yoga  

c) Vinyasa yoga

d) Restorative yoga  

Answer: c) 

10. What is the Sanskrit word for "breath" in yoga?

a) Asana  

b) Prana

c) Dharma  

d) Karma  

Answer: b) 

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