Question

Classify Asanas.

Answer 1

Asanas are classified into three main types:

1. Meditative Asanas (Dhayanatmak Asana) – These asanas are practised in a peaceful atmosphere and increase concentration power.
   Examples: Padmasana, Siddhasana, Swastikasana, Vajrasana, Gomukhasana.
2. Relaxative Asanas – These asanas help in relieving physical and mental fatigue.
   Examples: Shashankasana, Shavasana, Makarasana.
3. Cultural or Corrective Asanas – These asanas help in physical development and provide efficiency to Pranayama, Pratyahara and Dharana.
   Examples: Shirshasana, Sarvangasana, Shalabhasana, Bhujangasana, Mayurasana, Paschimottanasana.