International Day of Yoga 2020




            International Day of Yoga 2020


 

Why is International Yoga Day celebrated?

International Day of Yoga is observed on 21st June every year to spread awareness about the importance and effects of yoga on the health of the people. 




 

What is the theme of International Yoga Day 2019?

 The theme for International Yoga Day 2019 is Climate Action and it will be celebrated at the United Nations on Thursday (June 20) with "Yoga with Gurus," followed by a panel discussion on 21 June. “Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India.

 

     Who started yoga in India? 

 The beginnings of Yoga were developed by the Indus-Sarasvati civilization in Northern India over 5,000 years ago. The word yoga was first mentioned in the oldest sacred texts, the Rig Veda. The Vedas were a collection of texts containing songs, mantras and rituals to be used by Brahmans, the Vedic priests

        

     When was International Day of Yoga started?

 21 June 2015 .                                                                               

The first International Day of Yoga was observed around the world on 21 June 2015. The Ministry of AYUSH made the necessary arrangements in India

35,985 people, including Narendra Modi and dignitaries from 84 nations, performed 21 asanas (yoga postures) for 35 minutes at Rajpath in New Delhi.

 


What are the 10 benefits of yoga?

 
Top 10 Health Benefits of Yoga
 

Improves Flexibility.
 
Moving and stretching in new ways will help you become more flexible, bringing a greater range of motion to tight areas. ...
 
  Builds Strength. 

 Increases Muscle Tone and Definition. 

 Improves Balance. 
 
 Supports Joint Health. 
  
Prevents Back Pain. 
   
Teaches Better Breathing.
      
Fosters Mental Calmness.
 


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