Yoga and Lifestyle Questions and Answers CBSE Class 12 Board Exams

1 Mark Questions

Answer : Yoga is an ancient science that harmonises the body, mind and spirit.

Answer : Asanas refer to many positions in which a person sits or stands to make various postures.

Answer : Two benefits of Vajrasana are as follows:

i) It helps to prevent acidity and ulcers by improving the digestion.

ii) It is a good meditative pose for those suffering from sciatica and severe lower back problems.

Answer : In case of shoulder or neck injuries, experiencing dizziness while staring upwards and in case of any other medical concerns.

Answer : Two contraindications of Trikonasana are as follows:

i) Avoid doing this if suffering from migraine, diarrhoea, low or high blood pressure.

ii) Avoid if having a problem of neck and back injuries.

Answer : Ardha Matsendrasana or the half spinal twist pose is one that the main asanas practised in hata yoga. This yoga helps in stimulating the liver. It is also therapeutic for asthma and infertility etc.

Answer : Two benefits of Paschimottasana are as follows:

i) It helps to remove constipation and digestive disorder.

ii) It reduces headache, anxiety and insomnia.

Answer : Two benefits of Pawanmuktasana are as follows:

i) It helps to strengthen the back muscles and cure backpain.

ii) It cures acidity , indigestion and constipation.

Answer : The two benefits of Gomukasana are as follows:

i) It is helpful in the treatment of sciatica.

ii) It enhances the workings of the kidneys by stimulating it, thus helping those suffering from diabetes.

Answer : The two contraindications of Tadasana are as follows:

i) Avoid during insomnia.

ii) Avoid during low blood pressure.

3 Marks Questions

Answer : Yoga : The term yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Yuj’. Yoga means union of the individual consciousness or soul with the universal consciousness or spirit. Yoga is not only a physical exercise but the infinite potentials of the human mind and soul. The science of yoga imbibes the complete essence of the way of life.

Asana : It refers to the position in which a person sits/stands to do yoga. Asanas are beneficial for the muscles, joints, cardiovascular system, nervous system and lymphatic system. It prevents from lifestyle diseases. It strengthens and balances the entire nervous system.

Answer : There are many benefits as well as contraindications of Bhujanasana. These are as follows:

Benefits

• It improves the blood circulation and energises the heart.
• It decreases menstrual irregularities in females.
• It strengthens muscles of chest, shoulders, arms and abdomen.
• It is effective in uterine disorder.
• It improves the function of reproductive organ.
• It improves the function of liver, kidney, pancreas and gall bladder.
• It helps to lose weight.

Contraindications

• Avoid during pregnancy.
• People having a hernia problem and backache should not do this asana.
• Avoid those who are suffering from ulcer, heart problem or any surgeries like spine and brain.

Answer : These are the following ways to do this asana.

• This is done in lying position.
• Lie flat on the back and keep the legs straight, relax, breathe deeply and regularly.
• Inhale slowly and lift the legs and bend in the knees. Bring upwards to the chest till the thigh touches to stomach.
• Hug the knees in place and lock the fingers.
• Place the nose tip between the knees.
• Exhale slowly and come back to the original position, i.e., Shavasana.
• This is very beneficial for stomach abs. The results are very impressive.

Answer : These are the following ways to do this asana.

• This is done in sitting posture.
• Sit on the floor with the outstretched legs.
• Inhale and lengthen the abdomen then lift the chest.
• Exhale, bend forwards from the hips. Keep the shoulders open and the head up.
• Reach forwards and hold the big toes in a lock with the middle and index fingers.
• Inhale, lengthen the torso, bring the sternum forward.
• Exhale, bring the chest and abdomen down to the thighs and the elbows out to the sides.
• Stay in this position for 5 deep breaths and relax the muscles while exhale.
• Focus on stretching the hamstrings rather than getting the head to the knees.

Answer : There are some benefits of Hastasana as follows:

• It stretches the complete body and provides a good message to the arms, spine, upper and lower back, ankles, hands, shoulders, calf muscles and thighs.
• It stretches the organs of the stomach and as a result enhances the digestive system and increases the capacity of the lungs.
• This asana helps in enhancing the blood circulation of the body.
• It helps in enhancing the body postures.
• It helps in alleviating nervousness and melancholy along with providing a sense of achievement.
• It helps in tightening the abdomen and helps in easing sciatica.

Answer : These are the following contraindications of Gomukhasana:

• Those who are suffering from shoulder, knee or back pain should avoid this.
• Suffering from any kind of knee injury/problems should avoid this.

These are the following contraindications of Bhujanasana:

• Avoid during pregnancy.
• People having a hernia problem and back ache should not do this asana.
• Avoid those who are suffering from ulcer, heart problem or any surgeries like spine and brain.

Answer : There is the procedure for Tadasna as follows:

• This is a standing asana.
• Stand straight with the feet together.
• Slowly lift the toes and place them back on floor.
• Pull up the kneecaps and squeeze the thighs.
• Inhale and lift up from the waist.
• Breathe and hold for 4 to 8 breaths.
• Exhale and drop the shoulders down.

Answer : These are the following benefits of Vakrasana:

• It reduces belly fat.
• It improves the function of both spinal and nervous system.
• It controls diabetes and strengthens kidneys.
• It kindles adrenal gland to function properly.
• It helps to control waist, back pain and chronic backpain.

Contraindications

• Avoid if suffering from ulcer and enlargement of liver.
• Avoid if suffering from severe backpain, ulcer and hernia.

5 Marks Questions

Answer : These are the various benefits of the respective asanas:

Benefits of Sukasana

• It helps to make the back stronger and elongate the knees and ankles.
• It is beneficial for opening up of the groin, hips as well as the outer thigh muscles.
• It relieves from physical and mental tiredness, strengthens the state of peacefulness and eliminates worries from the person’s mind.
• It can relive from backpain as well as pain.

Benefits of Tadasana

• It improves body posture and reduces flat feet problem.
• Knees, thighs and ankles become stronger.
• Buttocks and abdomen get toned.
• It helps to alleviate sciatica.
• It also makes spine more agile.
• It helps to increase height and improve balance.
• It regulates digestive, nervous and respiratory systems.

Benefits of Shalabhasana

• It is beneficial in spine problem.
• It is helpful for backache and sciatica pain.
• It is helpful to remove unwanted fats around abdomen, waist, hips and thighs.
• It can cure cervical spondylitis and spinal cord ailments.
• It give flexibility to the back muscles and spine.
• It can strengthen the shoulders and neck muscles.

Answer : Contraindications of Trikonasan:

• Avoid if suffering from migraine, diarrhoea, neck and back injuries.
• Those with high blood pressure may do this pose but without raising their hand overhead, as this may further raise the blood pressure.

Contraindications of Ardha Matsyendrasana:

• Avoid during pregnancy and menstruation due to the strong twist in the abdomen.
• People with heart, abdominal or brain surgeries should avoid this asana.
• Avoid those who are having peptic ulcer or hernia.
• Those with severe spinal problems should avoid.
• Those with mild slipped disc can benefit but in severe cases it should be avoided.

Contraindications of Bhujanasana:

• Avoid during pregnancy.
• People having a hernia problem and back ache should not do this asana.
• Avoid those who are suffering from ulcer, heart problem or any surgeries like spine and brain.

Answer : Procedure for Tadasna :

• This is a standing asana.
• Stand straight with the feet together.
• Slowly lift the toes and place them back on floor.
• Pull up the kneecaps and squeeze the thighs.
• Inhale and lift up from the waist.
• Breathe and hold for 4 to 8 breaths.
• Exhale and drop the shoulders down.

Procedure for  Pawanmuktasana:

• This is done in lying position.
• Lie flat on the back and keep the legs straight, relax, breathe deeply and regularly.
• Inhale slowly and lift the legs and bend in the knees. Bring upwards to the chest till the thigh touches to stomach.
• Hug the knees in place and lock the fingers.
• Place the nose tip between the knees.
• Exhale slowly and come back to the original position, i.e., Shavasana.
• This is very beneficial for stomach abs. The results are very impressive.

Procedure for Ardha Chakrasana:

• This is a standing asana.
• Stand straight and arms alongside the body.
• Balance the weight equally on both feet.
• Breathe in, extend the arms overhead, palms facing each other.
• Bend backwards, push the pelvis forward, keeping the arms in line with the ears, elbows and knees straight, head up, and lifting the chest towards the ceiling.
• Breathing out, bring the arms down and relax.

Answer : Benefits of Varkrasana:

• It reduces belly fat.
• It improves the function of both spinal and nervous system.
• It controls diabetes and strengthens kidneys.
• It kindles adrenal gland to function properly.
• It helps to control waist, back pain and chronic backpain.

Contraindications of Varkrasana:

• Avoid if suffering from ulcer and enlargement of liver.
• Avoid if suffering from severe backpain, ulcer and hernia.

Benefits of Vajrasana

• It enhances blood circulation.
• It helps to improve digestion.
• Food gets digested well if one sits in Vajrasana after taking meals.
• It relives excessive gas trouble or pain.
• Nerves of legs and thighs are strengthened.
• It helps to make knee and ankle joints flexible.
• It prevents from certain rheumatic diseases.

Contraindications of Vajrasana

• Avoid if acute trouble or stiffness in foot, ankle and knees.
• Avoid during slip disc conditions.

Value Based Question

Answer : i) Yoga is the source of vital and inner energy of our body and mind. It gives us peace of mind which ultimately helps to revitalise our lifestyle.

ii) As we know that  yoga is very much helpful for peace and to revitalise the body. Doing yoga makes immune system strong, strong physique, stress free etc. Therefore, it helps to develop our personality.