NCERT Class 6 English Poorvi Chapter 12 Question Answer Yoga – A Way of Life

Yoga – A Way of Life
Class 6th English Poorvi Chapter 12

Let Us Do These Activities Before We Read (Page 122)

Question 1:
What do you know about yoga? Discuss in pairs and share with the whole class.
Answer:
Yoga is an old practice that comes from India. It helps improve both the body and the mind. The main person who taught yoga is Maharishi Patanjali. Yoga started as a spiritual practice but is now also used to stay healthy. It includes things like physical exercises (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation. Yoga can make us stronger, more flexible, and more focused. It reduces stress and helps people stay calm.

Question 2:
What is 21st June known for? What do we do on this day?
Answer:
June 21st is called the International Day of Yoga. The United Nations made this day official in 2014 to celebrate yoga and its benefits. On this day, people around the world practice yoga to improve their health and peace of mind.

Question 3:
List as many words you know related to yoga. Share them with your classmates.
Answer:
Here are some words related to yoga:

• Asana
• Pranayama
• Meditation
• Mindfulness
• Namaste
• Om
• Chakra
• Mantra
• Hatha
• Vinyasa
• Kundalini
• Yogi
• Guru
• Mudra
• Shavasana

Let Us Discuss (Page 124)

Question 1:
Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box.
Answer:
Yoga is a practice that improves physical flexibility and also improves mental (i) health and leads to a healthier (ii) lifestyle. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) strength. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) balance and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind (v) calm, lessens (vi) stress, and improves the quality of (vii) sleep. This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.

Let Us Think and Reflect (Page 125)

Question 1:
What is the aim of yoga?
Answer:
The aim of yoga is to bring together the body and mind. It helps connect thoughts and actions, creating harmony between humans and nature, which leads to better health and well-being.

Question 2:
Explain the idea of unity in yoga.
Answer:
The word “Yoga” comes from the Sanskrit word ‘yuj’, which means ‘to unite’. Yoga helps create a connection between the body, mind, and spirit through different practices like postures, breathing, and meditation.

Question 3:
What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?
Answer:
The mYoga app helps people learn how to stay healthy by practicing yoga. It is a useful tool for people of all ages to include physical activity in their daily lives and stay healthy. The app also shows that yoga is recognized around the world.

Question 4:
Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities.
Answer:
Yoga can help reduce stress over time. People who practice yoga feel happier and more peaceful because focusing on breathing and postures can act like meditation.

Let Us Learn (Page 125)

Question 1:
Let’s play the game of Antakshari. The first word is ‘yoga’. The next word must begin with the letter ‘a’. This activity will continue, and the whole class will participate and write the words on the board. How many new words have you learned?
Answer:
Yoga → Against → Termite → Elegant → Tenure → Essential → Liberty → Yacht → Tempting → Gracious → Strategy

Question 2:
Make as many words as you can using the letters shown. Use the letter ‘A’ in all the words that you make.
Answer:

• A and R: Adulterated, Alert, Apart, Area, Arena, Arrow
• A and N: Abandon, Again, Alien, Align, Naval
• A and O: Above, Actor, About, Adore, Aloud
• A and G: Agent, Agree, Agile, Against
• A and E: Ahead, Acute, Ache, Abate
• A and Y: Angry, Always, Agony, Alloy

Let Us Listen (Page 125)

Listen to the girl talk about practicing yoga and check your answers.
Answer:
True/False Statements:

1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises. True
2. Her grandfather began practicing Yoga sixteen years ago. False
3. The girl practices easy Yoga exercises with her grandfather. True
4. The girl practices breathing exercises to relax. True
5. Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals. False
6. Her grandfather’s regular Yoga practice has kept him strong. True
7. The girl wishes to learn asanas over the weekend. False

Let Us Speak (Page 126)

Question 1:
Share your ‘yoga thoughts’ in groups of four.
Answer:
If you have tried yoga:

• I practice yoga because it helps me stay calm and fit.
• I like it because it relaxes me and clears my mind.
• After yoga, I feel refreshed and peaceful.
• I want to practice meditation because it helps me focus.

If you have not tried yoga yet:

• I want to try yoga because it can improve both body and mind.
• I hope that practicing yoga will help me feel relaxed.
• I want to try Surya Namaskar because it is good for the whole body.

Question 2:
Take turns to speak and listen to others when they share their thoughts.
Answer:
Participant 1:

• I practice yoga because it helps me stay fit.
• I feel good after yoga because it makes me calm and relaxed.
• I want to practice meditation to focus better.

Participant 2:

• I want to practice yoga because it can make me feel relaxed.
• I hope that yoga will help me stay calm.
• I want to try asanas to become more flexible.

Let Us Write (Page 127)

Write a short paragraph on ‘The Benefits of Yoga’.
Answer:
Yoga has many benefits. It helps improve flexibility and strengthens the muscles. Regular practice of yoga can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and help maintain balance in life. Yoga can also prevent injuries by improving joint health. It not only benefits the body but also promotes emotional and mental well-being, making you feel calm and peaceful. Practicing yoga every day can bring balance to your mind, body, and soul.

Let Us Explore (Page 127)

Question 1:
Do you know?
Yoga was practiced in ancient India as far back as 2700 BC. It is now popular worldwide, and on December 11, 2014, the United Nations made June 21st “International Yoga Day.”
Answer:
Yes, I know that June 21st is International Yoga Day. The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, launched the first International Yoga Day on June 21st, 2015, with the theme “Yoga for Harmony and Peace.”

Question 2:
Find out about two asanas and their benefits.
Answer:

• Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana):
  Benefits:
  • Stretches hamstrings and shoulders.
  • Strengthens arms and legs.
  • Improves circulation and reduces stress.
• Tree Pose (Vrikshasana):
  Benefits:
  • Improves balance and concentration.
  • Strengthens the legs and spine.
  • Helps ground and center the mind.

Who Am I? (Page 130)

Question 1:
I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even.
What number am I?
Answer:
The number 7. If you take away the “s” from “seven,” it becomes “even.”

Question 2:
You go at green but stop at red. Who am I?
Answer:
You stop at a red light when you’re driving, but you go at a green light.

Question 3:
I follow you all the time, but you can’t touch me or catch me.
What am I?
Answer:
Your shadow.

Question 4:
Three letters in my name; Backwards-forwards it’s the same. I am a body part.
Who am I?
Answer:
The body part is the eye.