Yoga Day Trivia

When is International Yoga Day celebrated?

• June 21st

• July 21st

• May 21st

• August 21st

Who introduced the proposal for International Yoga Day at the United Nations?

• Justin Trudeau

• Angela Merkel

• Narendra Modi

• Barack Obama

In which year was the first International Yoga Day celebrated?

• 2016

• 2017

• 2014

• 2015

What is the theme for International Yoga Day 2021?

• Yoga for strength

• Yoga for well-being

• Yoga for happiness

• Yoga for flexibility

Which country holds the record for the largest yoga lesson?

• India

• China

• Japan

• Brazil

What is the significance of the 21st of June for International Yoga Day?

• It is a day dedicated to celebrating ice cream.

• It marks the beginning of winter in the Southern Hemisphere.

• It is the day chosen by the United Nations to celebrate and promote the practice of yoga worldwide.

• It is the anniversary of the first moon landing.

What are the five elements of yoga as per traditional Indian philosophy?

• Earth, Water, Wind, Fire, Metal

• Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Ether (Space)

• Wind, Sky, Sun, Moon, Stars

• Love, Peace, Harmony, Joy, Happiness

What is the purpose of practicing yoga?

• To master the art of underwater basket weaving

• To improve physical strength, flexibility, and mental well-being.

• To learn how to bake bread

• To become a professional basketball player

Name one popular yoga asana.

• Tree Pose

• Warrior Pose

• Downward Facing Dog

• Lotus Pose

How does yoga benefit mental health?

• Yoga increases stress levels

• Yoga has no impact on mood

• Yoga decreases self-awareness

• Yoga reduces stress, promotes relaxation, improves mood, increases self-awareness, and enhances overall well-being.