Prime Minister recently addressed the 10th International Day of Yoga (IYD) event held in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, celebrating the global recognition and practice of yoga. This annual event highlights the profound impact of yoga on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
About Yoga
- Yoga is an ancient Indian practice aimed at achieving holistic well-being, encompassing physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual growth.
- The term Yoga means “union,” representing the harmonious integration of mind and body.
- Purpose: Yoga seeks to help individuals attain salvation through a combination of meditation and the physical application of yogic techniques.
- Philosophical Significance: Yoga is one of the six Orthodox Schools of Indian Philosophy, the others being:
- Vaishesika
- Nyaya
- Samkhya
- Mimansa
- Vedanta/Uttara Mimansa
- These schools collectively explore various aspects of existence, knowledge, and the path to enlightenment.
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