Grade 7 hindu religious education – Concepts of Yog Quiz

1. What does the word "Yog" most closely mean?

Union or joining of the self with the true reality
A book of stories
A type of Indian food
A set of physical exercises only
Explanation:

Yog (yoga) means union — the practice that helps join the individual self to the ultimate reality or bring inner harmony, not just physical exercise.

2. Which of these is NOT one of the eight limbs (Ashtanga) taught by Patanjali?

Yama (ethical restraints)
Niyama (personal observances)
Asana (postures)
Karma (action and results)
Explanation:

Patanjali's eight limbs include yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. 'Karma' is an important Hindu idea but not listed as one of these eight limbs.

3. What are the yamas in Yog?

Specific breathing exercises
Yoga postures for strength
Stories about gods
Ethical rules about how we treat others
Explanation:

Yamas are moral restraints like non-violence, truthfulness and honesty that guide behaviour toward others.

4. What do niyamas refer to in the practice of Yog?

The teacher of yoga
A type of physical injury
Personal observances such as cleanliness and contentment
Loud chanting in a group
Explanation:

Niyamas are personal practices like purity, contentment, discipline and self-study that help a practitioner grow.

5. Which limb of yoga is called asana?

Meditation
Sense withdrawal
Physical postures or poses
The final state of enlightenment
Explanation:

Asana refers to the physical positions or postures practiced to prepare the body for meditation and daily life.

6. What is pranayama in Yog?

A special food eaten before practice
Breath control exercises
A musical instrument
A single posture
Explanation:

Pranayama means regulation of the breath and includes techniques to control breathing to calm the mind and body.

7. What does pratyahara mean?

A group dance
A type of sacred song
Withdrawal of the senses from outside distractions
Eating before meditation
Explanation:

Pratyahara is the practice of drawing the senses inward so the mind is less disturbed by outside things — an important step before concentration.

8. What is dharana?

A type of massage
Concentration on a single point or object
A ceremonial meal
The study of sacred texts only
Explanation:

Dharana is focused concentration, training the mind to stay on one object, idea or point without wandering.

9. What does dhyana refer to in Yog practice?

A heavy eating ritual
Meditation — sustained, steady flow of awareness
A type of footwear
A loud public celebration
Explanation:

Dhyana is the deep, continuous meditation that follows after steady concentration (dharana).

10. What is samadhi in the yoga path?

A breathing mistake
A competitive sport
A short rest between exercises
A state of deep absorption or union with the true Self
Explanation:

Samadhi is the highest stage in yoga where the practitioner experiences union with the ultimate reality or full inner absorption.

11. Which limb of the eight focuses most on breath?

Pranayama
Yama
Dhyana
Samadhi
Explanation:

Pranayama specifically deals with breathing techniques to control and refine prana (life energy).

12. Which of these is an example of a niyama?

Wearing special clothes
Teaching others
Cleanliness and contentment
Holding breath for long time
Explanation:

Niyamas include practices like purity (cleanliness), contentment, discipline and self-study.

13. Which Yog is mainly about loving devotion to God or a personal deity?

Hatha Yoga
Karma Yoga
Jnana Yoga
Bhakti Yoga
Explanation:

Bhakti Yoga is the path of devotion and love toward God or a personal deity through prayer, singing and worship.

14. Which Yog emphasises knowledge and wisdom to realise the truth?

Bhakti Yoga
Jnana Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga
Karma Yoga
Explanation:

Jnana Yoga is the path of knowledge and discrimination, using study, reflection and wisdom to understand reality.

15. Which Yog teaches selfless action as a way to spiritual growth?

Mantra Yoga
Karma Yoga
Bhakti Yoga
Raja Yoga
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is the practice of performing duties selflessly without attachment to results, as a spiritual discipline.

16. Which Yog is often called the "royal path" and includes the eight limbs?

Kundalini Yoga
Mantra Yoga
Laya Yoga
Raja Yoga
Explanation:

Raja Yoga, described by Patanjali, is known as the royal path and outlines the eight-limbed method for whole-person practice.

17. What is the sound "Om" used for in Yog practice?

A breathing exercise
A name of a posture
A type of food offered during worship
A sacred sound or mantra used for focusing the mind
Explanation:

Om is a sacred syllable often chanted to calm and centre the mind and connect with a sense of the divine.

18. Who is a guru in the context of Yog?

A special posture for children
A type of diet to follow
A teacher or guide who helps students learn the practice
An instrument used in worship
Explanation:

A guru is a teacher or spiritual guide who instructs and supports students in their practice and understanding.

19. What does moksha mean in the study of Yog and Hindu teachings?

A short rest after exercise
Liberation or freedom from the cycle of birth and death
A form of greeting
A festival celebration
Explanation:

Moksha is the goal of spiritual liberation — freedom from samsara (the cycle of birth, death and rebirth).

20. In Yog, what is the atman?

The inner self or soul
A special posture for balance
A type of herbal drink
A small bell used in worship
Explanation:

Atman refers to the true inner self or soul, which yog practice aims to understand and realise.

21. What does the quality 'sattva' describe in yogic teaching?

Ignorance and laziness
Purity, calmness and harmony of mind
Strong desire and restlessness
A short breathing technique
Explanation:

Sattva is one of the three gunas (qualities) and represents balance, clarity and peacefulness in the mind.

22. What is the main goal of practising Yog for many people?

To find inner peace and realisation of the true self
To win sports competitions
To eat special foods
To learn many stories quickly
Explanation:

Yog aims to calm the mind and help a person realise their true nature, leading to peace and self-understanding.

23. Which practice will most help improve posture and concentration in school?

Only reading books about yoga
Wearing special clothes
Regular practice of asana (postures)
Eating more snacks during study time
Explanation:

Asana strengthens and aligns the body and, when practised regularly, supports better posture and improved concentration.

24. Before starting Yog, what is the safest thing a child should do?

Hold their breath for as long as possible
Copy whatever they see without warming up
Learn from a qualified teacher or adult who can guide them
Try difficult moves alone without guidance
Explanation:

A trained teacher helps children learn safe techniques, prevents injuries and teaches correct breathing and posture.

25. Which of these is a common benefit of regular Yog practice for students?

Instant ability to do all difficult sports
Improved concentration and calmness
Complete avoidance of all problems forever
Magical control of other people
Explanation:

Regular yoga practice often brings better focus, reduced stress and greater emotional calm, which helps students in school and daily life.