Yoga and Stress Management — DU B.Sc. (Hons.) Physical Education, Health Education & Sports Previous Year Question Papers

1. Define Yoga and discuss its historical development from the Vedic period to the modern era. Explain why Yoga is considered a vital tool in contemporary lifestyle management. 3. Describe the "Ashtanga Yoga" of Maharishi Patanjali. Explain the importance of the first four limbs (Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama) in achieving emotional balance. 4. Explain the procedure, contraindications, and physical benefits of the following 5. What are Shat Karmas? Detail the procedure and benefits of Trataka and Neti (Jal and Sutra). How do these purification processes aid in stress reduction? 6. Define Pranayama. Discuss the technique and physiological benefits of Anulom-Vilom and Bhrameri Pranayama. How do they help in calming the nervous system! 7. Define Stress and analyze its primary causes and effects on the human body. Explain how non-communicable diseases are linked to chronic stress. 8. Discuss different relaxation techniques such as Autogenic Training and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR). How can sports and adventure activities act as coping strategies for stress? 9. Write short notes on any two of the following : (a) Write the importance of Dhanurasana and Kapalbhati (b) Discuss how Stress management is important in Sports (c) Yoga for Holistic Health development (d) Importance of Surya Bhedan and Sheetal Pranayama A BITE DAR O0SE and bi borde su 1 SEN FiRE 15 FAN EATER SIR