Yoga - A way of Life — Syllabus
CBSE · Class 6 · English
What Yoga - A way of Life covers in CBSE Class 6 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 6 English syllabus.
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Topics in Yoga - A way of Life
1. Meaning and Origin of Yoga
- Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India.
- The word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, which means to join or to unite.
- Yoga symbolises the unity of mind and body; thought and action; and harmony between human and nature.
2. Benefits of Yoga
- Yoga postures help to stretch and strengthen the muscles.
- Yoga increases flexibility, endurance, and balance.
- Yoga can improve overall physical fitness and help reduce body pains such as lower back pain.
3. Yoga as a Mindful Practice
- When practising yoga asanas, the body should not move without attention.
- The mind has to be with the body.
- Yoga should be practised without distractions.
4. Haṭha Yoga Pradipikā and āsana
- The Sanskrit verse about āsana comes from Haṭha Yoga Pradipikā.
- It says that āsana is the first accessory of Haṭha-Yoga.
- Āsana should be practised for steady posture, health, and weightlessness of body.
Key Concepts
Central concept: Yoga as a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that promotes health, balance, and awareness
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- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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