The Yoga School and Its Teachings

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What is the main goal of Yoga, according to the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. To achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth

  2. To develop physical strength and flexibility

  3. To improve mental focus and concentration

  4. To enhance spiritual awareness and connection with the divine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of Yoga is to attain moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. This is achieved through the practice of yoga, which includes physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation.

Which of the following is not one of the four paths of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras?

  1. Jnana Yoga

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Karma Yoga

  4. Raja Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The four paths of Yoga, according to Patanjali, are Jnana Yoga (path of knowledge), Bhakti Yoga (path of devotion), Karma Yoga (path of selfless action), and Hatha Yoga (path of physical discipline). Raja Yoga is not one of the four paths mentioned by Patanjali.

What is the term for the state of consciousness in which the mind is completely focused and absorbed in the present moment?

  1. Samadhi

  2. Dharana

  3. Dhyana

  4. Pratyahara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samadhi is the state of consciousness in which the mind is completely focused and absorbed in the present moment. It is the highest state of consciousness that can be achieved through the practice of Yoga.

Which of the following is not one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras?

  1. Yama

  2. Niyama

  3. Asana

  4. Pranayama


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The eight limbs of Yoga, according to Patanjali, are Yama (moral restraints), Niyama (observances), Asana (physical postures), Pranayama (breath control), Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), and Samadhi (enlightenment). Pranayama is not one of the eight limbs mentioned by Patanjali.

What is the term for the practice of selfless action, without attachment to the fruits of one's labor?

  1. Karma Yoga

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Jnana Yoga

  4. Raja Yoga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is the practice of selfless action, without attachment to the fruits of one's labor. It is one of the four paths of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

Which of the following is not one of the three gunas, or qualities of nature, according to the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The three gunas, or qualities of nature, according to the Yoga school of philosophy, are Sattva (purity, goodness, and balance), Rajas (activity, passion, and restlessness), and Tamas (inertia, darkness, and ignorance). Brahman is not one of the three gunas.

What is the term for the practice of withdrawing the senses from external objects and focusing them inward?

  1. Pratyahara

  2. Dharana

  3. Dhyana

  4. Samadhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pratyahara is the practice of withdrawing the senses from external objects and focusing them inward. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

Which of the following is not one of the four states of consciousness, according to the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Waking

  2. Dreaming

  3. Sleeping

  4. Samadhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The four states of consciousness, according to the Yoga school of philosophy, are waking, dreaming, sleeping, and turiya (the fourth state). Samadhi is not one of the four states of consciousness mentioned by the Yoga school.

What is the term for the practice of meditation, in which the mind is focused on a single object or thought?

  1. Dharana

  2. Dhyana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Pratyahara


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dhyana is the practice of meditation, in which the mind is focused on a single object or thought. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

Which of the following is not one of the five kleshas, or afflictions of the mind, according to the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Avidya (ignorance)

  2. Asmita (egoism)

  3. Raga (attachment)

  4. Dvesha (aversion)

  5. Moksha (liberation)


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The five kleshas, or afflictions of the mind, according to the Yoga school of philosophy, are Avidya (ignorance), Asmita (egoism), Raga (attachment), Dvesha (aversion), and Abhinivesha (fear of death). Moksha (liberation) is not one of the five kleshas.

What is the term for the practice of physical postures in Yoga?

  1. Asana

  2. Pranayama

  3. Dharana

  4. Dhyana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Asana is the practice of physical postures in Yoga. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

Which of the following is not one of the three types of tapas, or austerities, mentioned in the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Bodily austerities

  2. Mental austerities

  3. Speech austerities

  4. Samadhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The three types of tapas, or austerities, mentioned in the Yoga school of philosophy are bodily austerities (such as fasting and celibacy), mental austerities (such as meditation and study), and speech austerities (such as silence and truthfulness). Samadhi is not one of the three types of tapas.

What is the term for the practice of breath control in Yoga?

  1. Pranayama

  2. Asana

  3. Dharana

  4. Dhyana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pranayama is the practice of breath control in Yoga. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

Which of the following is not one of the four paths to liberation, according to the Yoga school of philosophy?

  1. Jnana Yoga

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Karma Yoga

  4. Raja Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The four paths to liberation, according to the Yoga school of philosophy, are Jnana Yoga (path of knowledge), Bhakti Yoga (path of devotion), Karma Yoga (path of selfless action), and Hatha Yoga (path of physical discipline). Raja Yoga is not one of the four paths mentioned by the Yoga school.

What is the term for the practice of ethical conduct and moral behavior in Yoga?

  1. Yama

  2. Niyama

  3. Asana

  4. Pranayama


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yama is the practice of ethical conduct and moral behavior in Yoga. It is one of the eight limbs of Yoga, as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

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