Author: Tapas Pramanik
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03120005
Abstract: Yoga, an ancient system of holistic well-being originating in India, has gained global recognition as an effective approach to physical, mental, and emotional health. Physical education, on the other hand, represents a modern, scientifically grounded discipline aimed at promoting physical fitness, motor development, and healthy lifestyles. In contemporary educational and health paradigms, the integration of yoga into physical education has emerged as a significant interdisciplinary approach that bridges ancient wisdom with modern fitness practices. This paper examines the philosophical foundations of yoga, its relevance to physical education, and its contributions to physical fitness, mental health, emotional regulation, and holistic development. Drawing upon classical yogic texts, modern research findings, and educational policies such as India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the study highlights the role of yoga-based physical education in fostering balanced development, lifelong fitness, and value-oriented education. The paper argues that yoga, when systematically integrated into physical education curricula, can address contemporary health challenges and promote sustainable well-being.
Keywords: Yoga, Physical Education, Holistic Health, Fitness, Mental Well-Being, NEP 2020.
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