Question

According to Gheranda, which of the following are the Āsanas? \[ \text{A. Gorakshāsana} \] \[ \text{B. Mayūrāsana} \] \[ \text{C. Vipreetkarani} \] \[ \text{D. Uttan Kukkut} \] \[ \text{E. Guptāsana} \] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, B, D, E Only
• B. A, B, E Only
• C. B, D, E Only
• D. B, D, C Only

Hint:

Per the NTA key the Asanas here are Gorakshasana, Mayurasana and Guptasana; Vipreetkarani is a Mudra.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Question:

• The question asks which of the listed items are Asanas according to Gheranda.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

• Gorakshasana, Mayurasana and Guptasana are Asanas in Gheranda Samhita.

• Vipreetkarani is a Mudra, so C is excluded. As per the NTA final answer key, Uttan Kukkut (D) is also not counted, giving A, B, E only.

Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct option is (B) A, B, E Only.