Question

which one of the following is not an element of astanga yoga?(a) yama (b) niyama (c) pratyahara (d) parmatma​

Answer 1

which one of the following is not an element of astanga yoga?

(a) yama

(b) niyama

(c) pratyahara

(d) parmatma​

Ans-- [a] yama

Answer 2

The one which is not an element of Astanga yoga is Parmatma (option d).

• Astanga yoga is also called an eightfold path or limbs of yoga.
• Yoga brings Jeevatma closer to Parmatma through physical and meditation practices.
• It includes asanas and breathing and deep meditation techniques that help to achieve a mental state of peace.
• The eight elements are the stages to achieve consciousness to the highest degree.
• The elements of Astanga yoga are:

1. Yama
2. Niyama
3. Asana
4. Pranayama
5. Pratyahara
6. Dharana
7. Dhyana
8. Samadhi

• This element of yoga are the stages to achieve a deep state of peace and brings the individual soul closer to Parmatma or the supreme soul.