NCERT Class 6 English Chapter 4 Sports and Wellness

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Sports and Wellness

Chapter: 4

Change of Heart

LET US DO THESE ACTIVITIES BEFORE WE READ

1. Which games or sports do you play?

Ans: Badminton.

2. Read the questions given below. Talk about them and make a list.

(a) Which games or sports do you play for fun? 

Ans: I play hide & seek for fun.

(b) Which games or sports do you play for competition? 

Ans: Badminton.

3. How do you feel when you win or lose?

Ans: I feel great when I win the game. It thrills both the body and the soul. When I lose I feel a bit bad and let down. However, I try to console myself when I lose a game.

4. Work in pairs. Tick the correct meaning of the following:

(a) Friendly matches.

(i) Matches played to win a trophy.

(ii) Matches played without competition.

Ans: (ii) Matches played without competition.

(b) Opponent.

(i) Someone who you compete with.

(ii) Someone you want to be a partner with. 

Ans: (i) Someone who you compete with.

(c) Tally of marks.

(i) Final marks on a report card.

(ii) Record of points in a game/match.

Ans: (i) Someone who you compete with.

(d) Sporting spirit.

(i) Following all the rules in a game.

(ii) Being fair and respecting each player in a game.

Ans: (ii) Being fair and respecting each player in a game.

LET US DISCUSS

1. State whether the following is True or False.

(a) Prabhat would accept losing to anyone easily.

Ans: False.

2. What was special about the last Friday of each month?

Ans: The special thing about the last Friday was the holding of a match. It was conducted by the coach himself.

3. Who was responsible for maintaining the score for the match?

Ans: Prabhat was given the responsibility of keeping score for the match.

4. Do you think Prabhat wished to play another match with Surya? Why do you think so?

Ans: No, As Prabhat almost lost the game which he won through cheating.

LET US DISCUSS

1. How did Surya feel about playing?

Ans: Surya felt that one should play with joy and fun. He enjoyed playing the game. His happy smile never left his face.

2. What was it about Surya that Prabhat observed?

Ans: Prabhat observed that Surya did not feel bad about losing the game as he did. In the next match, Prabhat observed that Surya never felt bad even though he hadn’t scored a basket for ten minutes.

LET US THINK AND REFLECT

1. Read the lines given below and answer the questions.

(a) If Prabhat sensed that he would lose a game, he would not play it. He would take part only when he was sure of winning, even if the game lasted only for a minute. You could not stop him from playing the kind of games he was really good at, like badminton.

(i) Complete the sentence suitably. Prabhat would play a game only if ______________. 

Ans: Good at the game. 

(ii) Which game was Prabhat good at playing?

Ans: Sure to win.

(iii) Select the most suitable option to complete the sentence.

This behaviour of Prabhat tells us that he was ____________.

(a) Good at the game.

(b) Sure to win.

(c) Afraid of losing.

Ans: (c) Afraid of losing.

(b) Surprisingly, Prabhat could not sleep well that night. He had won the game but he did not feel as happy as he usually did. What was surprising was that Surya did not feel bad about losing. What was more surprising was that Prabhat saw Surya playing basketball the next day.

(i) Select the one option that tells us about the way Prabhat was feeling that night.

(a) Hurt.

(b) Unhappy.

(c) Afraid.

(d) Focused.

Ans: (b) Unhappy.

(ii) Why does Prabhat find Surya’s behaviour ‘surprising’?

Ans: Prabhat finds Suiya’s behavior ‘surprising’ because Suiya is just the opposite in behavior. For Instance, Suiya was joyful even after losing the game.

(iii) Fill in the blank by choosing the most suitable option given in the bracket.

We can say that Surya’s reaction to not winning was ____________ (similar to/as serious as/different from) Prabhat’s.

Ans: We can say that Surya’s reaction to not winning was Different from Prabhat’s.

2. Answer the following questions:

(a) How did Prabhat’s attitude towards winning and losing affect his enjoyment of games in the beginning?

Ans: Prabhat’s attitude towards winning and losing affected his enjoyment of games in the beginning because he could not think about losing even if it was a very simple game like marbles.

(b) Why do you think Prabhat cheated in the beginning to win the badminton match against Surya?

Ans: Prabhat did so because he could not accept defeat, hence he cheated to win the badminton match against Surya. Also if he had lost the game, he would have felt unhappy.

(c) How did Surya’s attitude differ from Prabhat’s?

Ans: Surya’s attitude differed from Prabhat’s because he used to enjoy every moment of the game while playing. He will not bother whether he will win or not. He was a very charming personality.

(d) Do you think Prabhat’s approach to games was healthy? Why or why Not?

Ans: Prabhat’s approach to games was not healthy, because winning and losing are a part of life.

(e) Why do you think sporting spirit is important?

Ans: The Sportsman spirit is important as you should enjoy the game while playing and also concentrate on winning. Hence, a few times you might lose the game, if the opponent is strong. In such cases, you should not be jealous and work hard to win next time. You should always shake hands after the game to congratulate the winner.

(f) Explain how the title of the story, ‘Change of Heart’, is suitable.

Ans: “Change of Heart” is a fitting title for this story because Prabhat changes his way of thinking. At first, he only cares about winning, but later he learns to enjoy playing games, no matter if he wins or loses. This change in Prabhat’s attitude is what the title “Change of Heart” means. It’s like he had a change of mind, and now he sees things differently.

LET US LEARN

1. Make as many words as possible using consecutive letters, without changing the order of the letters, from the words in the boxes. One has been done for you.

Now, you can choose words of your own and create your own such puzzles. Share them with your class and try solving others’.

Ans:  

(a) BADMINTON	BAD, ADMIN, MINT, IN, TON, ON
(b) PHENOMENON	HE, HEN, NO, MEN, ON
(c) BASKETBALL	BASK, AS, ASK, BALL

2. Read the following sentences and circle the verbs.

(a) Everyone was discussing their game and how Prabhat had played so well.

Ans: The special thing about the last Friday was the holding of a match. It was conducted by the coach himself.

(b) He had won the game but he did not feel as happy as he usually did. 

Ans: Prabhat was given the responsibility of keeping score for the match.

(c) What was more surprising was that Surya had not felt bad about losing.

Ans: No, As Prabhat almost lost the game which he won through cheating.

3. Arrange the circled verbs as the first action (old action) or second action (new action). One has been done for you.

The verbs in column A that refer to the first action or the old action are past perfect

Ans: 

S.No.	Column AFIRST ACTION (OLD)	Column BSECOND ACTION (NEW)
1.	Had played	Was discussing
2.	On feel	Did
3.	Had	Felt

4. Fill in the blanks with the past perfect form of verbs given within the brackets.

(a) Prabhat ___________ already ___________ his homework before going to the badminton match. (finish).

Ans: Prabhat had already done his homework before going to the badminton match. (finish)

(b) Surya ____________ basketball for years before joining the school’s badminton team. (play).

Ans: Surya had played basketball for years before joining the school’s badminton team. (play)

(c) By the time Prabhat arrived, Surya ___________ already ___________ several matches. (win).

Ans: By the time Prabhat arrived, Surya had already won several matches. (win)

(d) The new student, Surya, ___________ Prabhat before coming to the school. (never meet)

Ans: By the time Prabhat arrived, Surya had already won several matches. (win)

(e) Before the games period, Prabhat ____________ badminton extensively. (practice).

Ans: The new student, Surya, had never met Prabhat before coming to the school. (never meet)

LET US LISTEN

1. You will listen to an announcement. As you listen, circle the pair that was chosen to play chess. (refer to page 128 for transcript).

Ans: Sarita and Nupur.

2. You will once again listen to the announcement. As you listen, fill in the notes with important details.

Ans: 

Questions	Answers
1. How many Friday matches will be played?	Three matches will be played.
2. What was put up on the sports’ notice board?	Kho-Kho teams are put up on the Notice Board.
3. Who will sponsor the kho-kho team’s refreshments?	Xydium Sports Club
4. Who will be the scorekeeper for chess?	Vani
5. Who will be the referee for kho-kho?	The narrator himself (P.T. Teacher)
6. Which Friday periods are meant for kho-kho?	2nd and 3rd Periods

LET US SPEAK

Look at the situations given below. In pairs, take turns to use the three magic words—‘please’, ‘thank you’ and ‘sorry’—for the situations given below. Use the prompts given in the table to learn how to thank and apologise properly.

1. You are Vani— You want to request your friends to take you in their team during games period.

Ans: I want to request you to please take me to your team during the games period. (Vani)

2. You are Somiwon— You want to tell Hitesh to help you with the cleaning of the classroom cupboard.

Ans: Hitesh, please help me with the cleaning of the classroom cupboard. (Somiwon)

3. You are Sumit— You accidently spilled water on Nupur’s desk.

Ans: Dear Nupur, I am sorry, I accidentally spilled water on your desk. (Sumit)

4. You are Hitesh— You forgot to get Simran’s Art file to school.

Ans: Dear Simran, I forgot to get your Art file to school. I am sorry. (Hitesh)

5. You are Kriti— You spoke rudely to Nupur.

Ans: Nupur, I am very sorry, I spoke rudely to you. I apologize. (Nupur)

6. You are Mohan— You wish to thank Hitesh for helping you practice for the Inter-House speech competition.

Ans: Dear Hitesh, thank you for helping me practice for the Inter-House speech competition. It is so much for me. (Mohan)

7. You are Meher— You are grateful that Simran helped you understand a chapter taught at school when you were absent.

Ans: Dear Simran, I am grateful that you helped me understand a chapter taught at school when I was absent. I am grateful from the bottom of my heart. (Meher)

8. You are Rima— You are thankful to Gita for helping you collect the  notebooks from the staff-room.

Ans: Dear Gita, I am thankful to you for helping me collect the notebooks from the staff room. I thank you very much from the bottom of my heart. (Rima)

LET US WRITE

Prabhat managed to change the scoreboard while Surya was looking elsewhere. Yet, he did not feel so happy that night. Unable to sleep, he decided to write down his feelings in his diary. 

Given below is the page where he wrote his feelings that night. Complete it with the help of the phrases given in the box below.

I won the match	I do not feel happy about it
I will lose the match	I managed to change the scoreboard
I will lose the match	Everyone congratulated me after my win
Surya did not feel bad	He had fun playing with me

Saturday

17 August 20XX 8:00 p.m.

Today, I defeated Surya in a badminton match but (i) ____________. He was playing very well and was getting the points easily. I was sure that (ii) ____________. So, when everyone was laughing at a joke he cracked, (iii) _________. No one noticed the change and (iv) ___________. What surprised me the most was that he said (v) __________ and we should play again. How could he be so relaxed after losing a match? He should have been sad if not crying over his loss! Though (vi) _____________, I did not enjoy as I usually do. It really disturbed me that (vii) ___________ about losing the match. It is still bothering me. Is it because I changed the score? I do not understand myself. 

Let me sleep now. I feel that it may make me feel better.

Goodnight

Ans: Today, I defeated Surya in a badminton match but (i) I do not feel happy about it. He was playing very well and was getting the points easily. I was sure that (ii) I would lose the match. So, when everyone was laughing at a joke he cracked, (iii) I managed to change the scoreboard. No one noticed the change and (iv) I won the match. What surprised me the most was that he said (v) He had fun playing with me and we should play again. How could he be so relaxed after losing a match? He should have been sad if not crying over his loss! Though (vi) I felt very happy, I did not enjoy it as I usually do. It disturbed me that (vii) Surya did not feel bad about losing the match. It is still bothering me. Is it because I changed the score? I do not understand myself. 

Let me sleep now. I feel that it may make me feel better.

Goodnight.

LET US EXPLORE

1. Read the brief bio-sketches of sportspersons from India.

Deepika Kumari:

• Archer from Jharkhand.

• Father, an auto-rickshaw driver and mother, a nurse. 

• Practised archery while aiming for mangoes with stones.

• Practised archery with homemade bamboo bows and arrows.

• joined Tata Archery Academy.

• Won a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Ans: Deepika Kumari:

Deepika Kumari, an archer from Jharkhand, honed her skills by aiming at mangoes with stones and using homemade bamboo bows and arrows. Her father is an auto-rickshaw driver, and her mother is a nurse. She later joined the Tata Archery Academy and went on to win a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Neeraj Chopra:

• Young athlete from Khandra village in Haryana.

• Family largely involved in agriculture.

• First Asian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in javelin throw

• Worked hard for several years to achieve his passion.

At the age of 23, he became the second Indian to win an individual gold medal in Olympics.

Ans: Neeraj Chopra Neeraj Chopra, a young athlete from Khan Dra village in Haryana, comes from an agricultural family. He became the first Asian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in the javelin throw. After years of hard work, he achieved this feat at the age of 23, becoming the second Indian to win an individual gold medal at the Olympics.

2. Visit the given link to know more about other Indian sportspersons.

Ans: Do yourself.

The Winner

LET US DO THESE ACTIVITIES BEFORE WE READ

1. Look at this picture.

(a) What are these children doing? 

Ans: The children are playing.

(b) Where do you think they are? 

Ans: They are in a park or a field.

(c) What is the time of the day?

Ans: Evening.

2. Discuss the given questions with your classmates and teacher. You may begin your sentences with—

I go to …

I play with …

The place I go to for playing …

I like playing …

Sometimes I come back …

(a) When do you go to play after school?

Ans: I go in the evening to play.

(b) Who do you play with?

Ans: I play with my friends.

(c) Where do you go to play in the evening? 

Ans: I go to the park in the evening to play with my friends.

(d) Which games do you like playing? 

Ans: I like to play football and hide-n-seek.

(e) When do you come back home?

Ans: I come back after sunset.

LET US DISCUSS

1. Read the given lines from the poem. Write the meaning of the lines by identifying the words/expressions in them.

S.No.	Lines from the poem	Meaning
1.	next to the creek Clue: a small body of water
2.	I can’t even catch my breath Clue: the child has been running.
3.	When blue dark turns to black Clue: the colour of the sky changes from blue to black. What does it mean?
4.	trees creep close Clue: it is evening time. Why do you think the trees seem close?

Ans: 

S.No.	Lines from the poem	Meaning
1.	next to the creek Clue: a small body of water	Children are playing near a small body of water, often a stream or brook.
2.	I can’t even catch my breath Clue: the child has been running.	The child is out of breath, likely from running or exerting themselves physically.
3.	When blue dark turns to black Clue: the colour of the sky changes from blue to black. What does it mean?	This line describes the transition of the sky’s colour from evening twilight (blue dark) to night (black). It signifies the approaching darkness as the evening progresses to night.
4.	Trees creep close Clue: it is evening time. Why do you think the trees seem close?	As it is evening time (as indicated by the approaching darkness), the trees seem to encroach nearer, due to their dark shadow and diminishing light or an eerie atmosphere typical of dusk.

2. Read the poem. Complete the following based on the poem.

The children play ___________ in the ___________ in the neighbour’s __________. They run so ___________ that they run out of breath. They continue to play till the evening when the blue sky turns ___________, and the trees are not clearly visible. They can feel their feet ____________, now that it is cold. Finally, they stop _____________ and go home as it is Night.

Ans: The children play ball in the evening in the neighbor’s field. They run so fast that they run out of breath. They continue to play till the evening when the blue sky turns black, and the trees are not visible. They can feel their feet ache now that it is cold. Finally, they stop playing and go home as it is night.

LET US THINK AND REFLECT

1. Read the given lines and answer the questions that follow.

(a) We run so fast

 I 

 can’t

 even

 catch

 my

 Breath.

Ans: Breath.

(i) Complete the sentence given below with the correct option. The speaker needs to catch her breath because _______________.

(a) Everyone decides to walk.

(b) All the friends wish to go home.

(c) Running fast results in being breathless.

(d) They need to do breathing exercises.

Ans: (c) Running fast results in being breathless.

(ii) Is the speaker alone? Why do you say so?

Ans: No, the speaker is not alone. The use of “we” in “We run so fast” indicates that there are others with the speaker, likely friends or companions.

(iii) What does the pattern in the lines tell us?

Ans: The pattern in the lines suggests a sense of urgency or excitement. The repetition of the action (“We run so fast”) emphasizes the speed and intensity of their movement.

(b) When blue dark turns to black,

cold grass aches our feet,

trees creep close—

game’s over.

Night wins!

(i) Give one reason why the grass is cold.

Ans: The grass is cold because it is evening time, and the temperature typically drops as night approaches.

(ii) Complete the sentence suitably.

The children’s feet are aching because ____________.

Ans: They have been running and playing barefoot on the cold grass.

(iii) Why does ‘Night’ win?

Ans: They have been running and playing barefoot on the cold grass.

Night wins because the ______________.

(a) Time for play has ended.

(b) Children are tired.

(c) Time to play at home begins.

(d) Night follows day.

Ans: (a) Time for play has ended.

LET US LEARN

1. Read the information given in the table and see what the poet has done in the poem ‘The Winner’.

Lines from the poem	What the poet has done	Other examples
Ican’tevencatchmybreath	This tells us that the children are really out of breath. The pattern is used to highlight them being out of breath.	The leaves arefalling,falling,falling
Night wins!	The poet has used human qualities for inanimate things. Here, night has been shown as winning.This is called personification.	The sun played hide-and-seek with the clouds.

Now, try to write some examples of your own for both. Use your imagination when creating these examples.

Ans: Examples: (i) Waves crash and roar, crash and roar, crash and roar.

(ii) The wind whispered secrets through the trees.

(iii) Raindrops danced and splashed, danced and splashed, danced and splashed.

2. The poet has talked about a creek in the poem. You now know that creek is a water body. Complete the word web given below by writing which other water bodies you can think of. Discuss with your teacher.

Ans: Do yourself.

LET US LISTEN

Listen to the riddles and write which sport is being referred to in the table below.

Riddle	1	2	3	4
Sport

Ans: Do yourself.

LET US WRITE

Write a paragraph about your playtime, using the clues given below. 

• What time do I go out to play? 

• Who do I play with? 

• What games do we play?

• Which is my favourite game?

• What do we gain from playing together?

• When do we finish playing and go home?

Now, give a title to your paragraph.

LET US EXPLORE

There are many indigenous games in India. Kho-kho is an example of an indigenous game. Indigenous games are native to a region. Find out some native games of your state and other parts of India. Learn the rules of one such game and play it with your classmates under the supervision of your teacher.

Ans: Do yourself.

Yoga–A Way of Life

LET US DO THESE ACTIVITIES BEFORE WE READ

1. What do you know about yoga? Discuss in pairs and share with the whole class.

Ans: Yoga is an ancient and holistic practice, rooted in Indian philosophy. Maharishi Patanjali, rightly called “The Father of Yoga” compiled and refined various aspects of Yoga systematically in his Yoga Sutras’. It began as a spiritual practice but has become popular as a way of promoting physical and mental well-being. It integrates physical postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), relaxation techniques, and meditation. Yoga improves strength, balance, and flexibility. Yoga promotes mindfulness and reduces stress. Yoga has gained immense popularity worldwide, with millions of people practicing it for its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.

2. What is 21st June known for? What do we do on this day?

Ans: June 21st is known as the International Day of Yoga. It was declared as such by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014 to highlight the benefits of practicing yoga and to promote global health, harmony, and peace. On this day, people around the world participate in yoga sessions, workshops, and events to celebrate the practice of yoga and its impact on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

3. List as many words you know related to yoga. Share them with your classmates.

Ans: Words you know related to yoga are mentioned below:

(i) Asana.

(ii) Pranayama.

(iii) Meditation.

(iv) Mindfulness.

(v) Namaste.

(vi) Om.

(vii) Chakra.

(viii) Mantra.

(ix) Hatha.

(x) Vinyasa.

(xi) Kundalini.

(xii) Yogi.

(xiii) Guru.

(xiv) Mudra.

(xv) Shavasana.

LET US DISCUSS

1. Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box.

sleep lifestyle health strength calm stress balance

Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but also improves mental (i) __________ and leads to a healthier (ii) ___________. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) _____________. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) _____________ and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes  the mind (v) ___________, lessens (vi) _____________, and improves the quality of (vii) __________. This helps to adopt a more positive Lifestyle.

Ans: Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but 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

1. What is the aim of yoga?

Ans: Yoga aims to unite mind and body; thought and action; and bring harmony between humans and nature leading to good health and well-being.

2. Explain the idea of unity in yoga.

Ans: The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’, meaning ‘to unite’. The practice of Yoga aims to create a union between body, mind, and spirit through three main practices: postures, breathing, and meditation.

3. What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga? 

Ans: Yoga. app makes people aware of how to stay active and healthy through practicing Yoga regularly. It is a valuable tool for people of all ages to make physical activity an integral part of life and reach the level needed to promote good health. It encourages them to practice Yoga. The App launched by WHO also shows that Yoga is recognized internationally.

4. Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities.

Ans: Over time, those who practice yoga report lower levels of stress, and increased feelings of happiness and well-being. This is because concentrating on the postures and the breath acts as a form of meditation.

LET US LISTEN

You will listen to a girl talk about practicing yoga. As you listen, select four true statements from the sentences given in the table. (refer to page 129 for transcript)

Statements	T/F
1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises.
2. Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago.
3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercises with her grandfather.
4. The girl practises breathing exercises to relax.
5. Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals.
6. Her grandfather’s regular yoga practice has kept him strong.
7. The girl wishes to learn asanas over the weekend.

Ans: 

Statements	T/F
1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises.	True
2. Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago.	False
3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercises with her grandfather.	True
4. The girl practises 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

1. Participate in groups of four to share your ‘yoga thoughts’.

If you have tried yoga	If you have not tried yoga, ye
• I practise yoga because …	• I wish to practice yoga because …
• My favourite thing about yoga is …	• I hope that once I begin practising yoga, I ..
• I feel ____________ after a yoga session because …	• The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is ____________ because …
• The one thing in yoga that I want to practise is ____________ because …

Ans: 

If you have tried yoga	If you have not tried yoga, ye
I practice yoga because it helps me find balance and inner peace, both mentally and physically.	I wish to practice yoga because it offers a holistic approach to improving both my physical and mental well-being.
My favorite thing about yoga is it helps me release tension and find calm amidst the busyness of life.	I hope that once I begin practicing yoga, I will experience a positive transformation in both my body and mind.
I feel rejuvenated after a yoga session because I feel refreshed, energized, and at peace.	The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is Surya namaskar because it has a series of twelve asanas which is beneficial for the whole body.
The one thing in yoga that I want to practice is Meditation because it helps me cultivate a deeper sense of inner peace and mindfulness.

2. Take turns to speak and listen to others when they share their thoughts.

Ans: Do yourself.

LET US WRITE

Write a short paragraph on ‘The Benefits of Yoga’. You may use the following sentence starters along with your own ideas to create the paragraph.

Opening line	Yoga is important because……
Supporting ideas	• One benefit of yoga that interests me is … • Practicing yoga can help people … • A popular yoga pose is _____ because … • Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also …
Concluding line	Finally, yoga can be a great way to …

Ans: One benefit of yoga that interests me is its ability to improve flexibility and joint health. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who have tight muscles or stiffness from sedentary lifestyles or repetitive motions. Improved flexibility not only allows for better physical performance in activities but also reduces the risk of injuries by ensuring muscles and joints can move through their full range without strain. A popular Yoga pose is the flower pose because it offers a unique combination of balance, flexibility, and meditative focus, making it beneficial for both physical and mental well-being. Yoga is not just physical exercise: it also encompasses a variety of mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits that contribute to overall well-being. Finally, Yoga can be a great way to cultivate harmony in the mind. Body, and spirit, fostering a balanced and enriched life experience.

LET US EXPLORE

1. Do you know? 

• A few seals of the Sindhu-Sarasvati Civilisation, dating back to 2700 BC, indicate that yoga was prevalent in ancient India. Many people contributed to its development and now, yoga has spread all over the world. On 11th December 2014, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) with 193 members accepted the proposal to celebrate ‘21st June’ as ‘International Yoga Day’.

Ans: Yes, I am fully aware that the 21st of June is ‘International Yoga Day’. Our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the first International Day of Yoga on June 21st, 2015, on the theme Yoga for Harmony and Peace.

2. Find out about two asanas and their benefits, and share your findings with your classmates and teacher. You may visit the following websites to learn more about yoga.

Ans: Do yourself.