PM Shri KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA no.
2 JRC
UNIT TEST / Monthly Test Sep-25
Class: XI
Subject: Yoga (841)
Time:1 Hr 30 Min. Max Marks:40
General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice is given.
2. Write the correct option number for MCQs.
3. Attempt only the required number of questions in each section.
Section A – MCQ (1 × 20 = 20 Marks). Choose the correct answer and write the option number.
1. The root word “Yoga” comes from:
a) Yama b) Yuj c) Nirodha d) Sutra
2. Who defined yoga as “Yoga Chitta Vritti Nirodhah”?
a) Vyasa b) Kapila c) Patanjali d) Krishna
3. “Yoga is equanimity of mind” is mentioned in:
a) Patanjali Yoga Sutras b) Bhagavad Gita c) Maitri Upanishad d) Hatha Yoga Pradipika
4. The goal of yoga practice is:
a) Strength b) Liberation (Kaivalya) c) Health only d) Concentration only
5. “Pratyahara” means:
a) Meditation b) Breath control c) Withdrawal of senses d) Non-stealing
6. “Swadhyaya” refers to:
a) Self-study b) Purification c) Discipline d) Devotion
7. The practice of regulating breathing is:
a) Mudra b) Asana c) Pranayama d) Dharana
8. Which is NOT a Yama?
a) Ahimsa b) Satya c) Tapas d) Aparigraha
9. “Asteya” means:
a) Non-violence b) Truthfulness c) Non-stealing d) Purity
10. “Dhyana” in yoga refers to:
a) Meditation b) Concentration c) Posture d) Energy lock
11. Which of the following is a misconception about yoga?
a) It is only physical exercise b) It balances body and mind c) It improves concentration d) It promotes well-
being
12. Which yoga path emphasizes knowledge and wisdom?
a) Karma Yoga b) Bhakti Yoga c) Jnana Yoga d) Raja Yoga
13. “Ishwar Pranidhana” means:
a) Contentment b) Devotion to God c) Self-control d) Cleanliness
14. Which Upanishad defines yoga as oneness of breath, mind, and senses?
a) Maitri Upanishad b) Chandogya Upanishad c) Katha Upanishad d) Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
15. Which limb of Ashtanga Yoga involves physical postures?
a) Asana b) Pranayama c) Yama d) Samadhi
16. “Bandha” refers to:
a) Lock of energy b) Breath control c) Posture d) Devotion
17. “Santosha” means:
a) Non-violence b) Contentment c) Discipline d) Knowledge
18. Who is considered the father of modern yoga?
a) Patanjali b) Swami Vivekananda c) T. Krishnamacharya d) B.K.S. Iyengar
19. How many Niyamas are there in yoga?
a) 4 b) 5 c) 6 d) 7
20. Which limb of Ashtanga Yoga represents concentration?
a) Dharana b) Dhyana c) Samadhi d) Yama
Section B – Short Answer (2 × 2 = 4 Marks). Attempt any 2 out of 3.
1. Mention any two benefits of practicing yoga.
2. Define “Ahimsa” and “Satya.”
3. State two objectives of yoga.
Section C – Short Answer (3 × 2 = 6 Marks). Attempt any 2 out of 3.
1. Explain the difference between Yama and Niyama with examples.
2. Write three misconceptions about yoga.
3. Explain Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi in brief.
Section D – Long Answer (5 × 2 = 10 Marks) Attempt any 2 out of 3.
1. Describe the eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga in detail.
2. Explain the contribution of the Bhagavad Gita to the philosophy of yoga.
3. Discuss the aims and objectives of yoga in improving overall health.
