Question

How many different asanas does the Surya Namaskar comprise of?
A.12
B.7
C.10
D.8

Answer 1

Hint: Surya Namaskar (also known as sun salutation) is a step by step method of yoga poses. These were done in worship of the Sun God, Surya in Hindu mythology for better health and immortal life. Traditionally, it is done at dawn facing the rising sun and each pose celebrates an aspect of the sun’s divinity. The positions of the Surya Namaskar help in stretching various parts of the body, regulates breathing and stimulates the nervous system. The poses are often paired with Surya mantras, a form of chant specifically followed during the Surya Namaskar.

Complete Step by Step answer: Option A: is correct. Although the Surya Namaskar has different variations, the most common one is the Sivananda style of Surya Namaskar which consists of 12 different asanas or poses. These include—Pranamasan or the prayer pose, Urdhva Hastasana or the raised arms pose, Pada Hastasana or the standing forward bend pose, Ashwa Sanchalanasana or the lunge pose, Dandasana or the plank pose, Ashtanga Namaskara or the eight-point salutation pose, Bhujangasana or the cobra pose, Adhomukha Svanasana or the downward-facing dog pose, Ashwa Sanchalanasana or the lunge pose, Pada Hastasana or the standing forward bend pose, Urdhva Hastasana or the raised arms pose and ends with the Tadasana or the mountain pose.
Options B, C and D: are incorrect.

Therefore, Option A is correct.

Note: Yoga is widely believed to be an ancient practice that brings together the body and mind incorporating breathing exercises, meditation and stretching exercises for physical health.