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Yoga
Fundamentals of Yoga
Unit – I
Basic Concept of Yoga
▪ Meaning, Definition
▪ Evolution of Yoga
▪ Traditions of Yoga
▪ Significance and Scope of Yoga
Unit – II
Yoga in Philosophical Tradition I
▪ Yoga in Veda
▪ Yoga in Upanishads
▪ Yoga in Bhagavad Geeta
▪ Yoga in Yoga Vasistha
Unit – III
Yoga in Philosophical Tradition II
▪ Yoga in Sankhya
▪ Yoga in Budhism
▪ Yoga in Jainism
▪ Yoga in Tantra
Unit – IV
Classical School of Yoga
▪ Bhakti-Yoga Raja-Yoga
▪ Gyana-Yoga Mantra -Yoga
▪ Karma-Yoga Hatha Yoga
Unit – V
Yogic Models of Modern Yogis
Swami Vivekananda, Sri Aurobindo, Raman Maharishi, Swami Shivananda,
Yogic Models of Contemporary Yogis
Satyananda Saraswati, Swami Kuvalyananda, Acharya Sriram Sharma, T
Krishnammacharya
Yogic Models of Contemporary Yoginies
Lalleshwari, Anandamayi Maa, Sri Maa,
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Recommended books:
1. Mukhargi Vishwanath (2015) Bharat ke mahan Yogi, Anurag prakashan.
2. Acharya Mahaprajna-(1994), Preksha Dhyana: Theory and Practice, Ladnun,
Jain Vishwa Bharathi.
3. Vijnananand Saraswati-Yog Vijyan, Yoga niketan trust, Rishikesh, 1998.
4. .Rajkumari Pandey-Bhartiya Yoga Parampara ke Vividh Ayam, radha
publication, ND, 20083.
5. Swami Vivekanand-Jnan, Bhakti, Karma yoga & Rajyoga, Advait Ashram,
Culcutta 2000.
6. .Kamakhya Kumar-Yoga Mahavigyan, Standard publisher, New Delhi.
7. .Kalyan (Yogank)-Gita press Gorakhpur, 2002.6.
8. Kalyan (Yoga Tatwank)-Gita press Gorakhpur, 1991.
9. Feuerstein, Georg. (2002.): The Yoga Tradition: Its History, Literature,
Philosophy and Practice. Delhi, Bhavana Books and Prints.
10. Human Consciousness and Yogic Science: Dr. Kamakhya Kumar
11. Jaideva Singh (1979) Vijnana Bhairava or Divine Consciousness (Introduction)
Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi.
12. Rudolph. M. Ballentine ed. (1986): The Theory and Practice of Mediation,
Honledele Himalayan International Institute of Yoga Science & Philosophy,
13. Super Science of Yoga- Dr. Kamakhya Kumar
14. Swami Rama- (1984): Mediation in Christianity, Himalayan International
Institute of Yoga Science & Philosophy, Honledele,
15. Swami Rama- (1992): Meditation and its practice, Honledele, Himalayan
International Institute of Yoga Science & Philosophy.
16. Swami Satyananda Saraswathi: Mediation from the Tantra, Munger, Bihar
School of Yoga,
17. Swami Veda Bharati (2010) Future Directions of Scientific Research in
Meditation, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, Rushikesh.
18. The essence of Complete works of Vivekananda.
19. Saraswati Swami Shivananda: Hath Yoga (2014) Bihar School Of Yoga.
20. Swami Vivekananda, Gyan Yog (2014) Ramkrishna Math Nagpur
21. Swami Vivekananda, Karma Yog (2014) Ramkrishna Math Nagpur
22. Swami Vivekananda, Bhakti Yog (2014) Ramkrishna Math Nagpur
23. Swami Vivekananda, Raj Yog (2014) Ramkrishna Math Nagpur
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Fundamentals of Ayurveda and Naturopathy
Unit-I
Basics of Ayurveda and Naturopathy
▪ Concept of Ayu and Ayurveda; Concept of health and disease in Ayurveda,
Dimensions of health – Physical, Mental, Social and Spiritual; Definition and
importance of health according to WHO.
▪ Basic principles of Ayurveda and its significance. Meaning and Definition of
Naturopathy; Concept of health and disease in Naturopathy.
▪ Basic principles of Naturopathy and its significance; Vital Force, Concept of
Disease, diagnosis & Healing techniques.
Unit-II
Basic Principles of Ayurveda
▪ Fundamental principles of Kriya Sharir i.e. Panchamahabhuta, Tridosha,
Triguna, Panchaprana; their mutual relationship and role in health and healing;
▪ Deha-Prakriti, classification and characteristic features of each kind of Deha-
Prakriti.
▪ Agni – Definition and importance, synonyms, classification, location and
functions of Agni - Jatharagni, Bhutagni, and Dhatvagni.
Unit-III
Dhatu and Oja
▪ Dhatu: Etymology, derivation, definition, a general introduction of term Dhatu.
Concept of Ashraya-Ashrayi bhava i.e. inter-relationship among Dosha, Dhatu
Mala and Srotas. Different theories related to Dhatuposhana (Dhatuposhana
Nyaya).
▪ Upadhatu: General introduction, the definition of the term Upadhatu.
Formation, properties, location and functions of each Upadhatu. Mala:
Definition, Aharamala.
▪ Ojas: Etymological derivation, definition, formation, location, properties,
Praman, classification and functions of Ojas. Description of Vyadhikshamatva,
Etiological factors and manifestations of Ojavisramsa, Vyapat and Kshaya.
▪ Manas: Etymological derivation, definition, synonyms, location, properties,
functions and objects of Manas. Physiology of Manovaha Srotas. Atma:
Etymological derivation, definition, properties of Atma. Difference between
Paramatma and Jivatma; Characteristic features of the existence of Atma in the
living body.
Unit IV
Naturotherapy I: Hydrotherapy, Mud Therapy & Chromo Therapy
▪ Mrittika chikitsa (Mud therapy) - Types of soil, the doctrine of mud selection,
mud bath and its importance.
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▪ Jalachikitsa (hydrotherapy) – Hot water treatment, Coldwater treatment, foot
and arm bath, Spinal bath, hip bath, abdominal wet pack, Steam bath, enema
and
whirlpool bath.
▪ Chromotherapy, Suryakirana sevana (sunbath - heliotherapy)
▪ Concepts and techniques of Vayu Chikitsa
Unit V
Naturotherapy II: Fasting/Food Therapy, Massage Therapy
▪ Definitions of fasting, Difference between Fasting & Starvation.
▪ Diet types – Soothing, Elimininative, Constructive, Positive and negative diet,
Acidic and alkaline diet
▪ Upavasa chikitsa, (Fasting therapy) Complete Fast, Partial Fast, Water Fast,
Juice Fast, Mono diet; and its effect on the Body. Therapeutic effects of
Upavas.
Definition of massage and its importance; Techniques of massage.
Recommended books:
1. K.S.Joshi-Speaking of Yoga and Naturopathy, Orient Paperback, New
Delhi, 1990.
2. H.K. Bhakru, The complete Handbook of Nature Cure, Jaico Publishing
House.
3. Dr. Henry Lindlhai-The practice of Nature Cure, CCRYN, New Delhi, 2012.
4. Dr. Rakesh Jindal-Prakritik Ayurvigyan, Arogya seva prakashan,
Modinagar, U.P.
5. Dr. Rudolf-Diet and Nutrition, Himalayan Institute Press.
6. Dr. Priyavrata Sharma: Charak Samhita, Chaukhambha Orientala, Varanasi,
Edition of 2008.
7. Dr. Ravi Dutta Tripathi and Dr. Brahmanand Tripathi: Ashtanga Samgraha,
Chaukambha Sanskrit Pratishthan, Delhi, Reprint edition of 2003
8. Dr. K. H. Krishnamurthy: The wealth of Susruta, International Institute of
Ayurveda, Coimbatore, 1999
9. Dr. P. H. Kulkarni: Ayurvedic Philosophy, Academia Publishers, 2011 Dr.
V. B. Athavale: Basic Principles of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit
Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
10. Dr. L. P. Gupta: Essentials of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit Prathisthan,
Delhi, 2006
11. Susan Tinkle: The Ayurvedic Diet, New Age Books, 2011
12. Prof. H. Subhash Ranade: Concepts of Prakriti & Lifestyle, Chaukambha
Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
13. Prof Dr. Subhash Ranade & Others: The textbooks of Swasthavritta,
Chaukambha Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi, 2005
14. Preeti Goel and Rita Jain: Spectrum of Health (Sports Publications, New
Delhi, 2003)
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Fundamentals of Indian Philosophy and Psychology
Unit I
• Meaning and Definition of Philosophy; Nature, Characteristics and Development of
Indian Philosophy.
• Jainism: (i) Syadvada, (ii) Anekantavada,
• Buddhism: Soul theory and liberation Buddhism: (i) Four Noble Truths, (ii) Pratitya
Samutpadavada.
• Nyaya Darsana: (i) Sixteen Logical Categories of Nyaya,
• Vaisesika Darsana: (i) The Seven Categories, (ii) The Atomic Theory.
• Samkhya Darsana: (i) Theory of Causation, (ii) Proofs for the existence of Prakruti
and Purusha.
Unit II
• Introduction of Psychology, Brief History of Modern Psychology.
• Major Perspectives in Modern Psychology.
• Introduction to Altered states of consciousness: Sleep - Stages of Sleep, Circadian
Rhythm, Dreams: The content of Dreams; Biofeedback, Hypnosis,
Unit III
• Personality: Nature and types of personality; Determinates of Personality: Heredity
and Environment; facets and Stages of Personality development, Personality
Theories (Sigmund Freud, Alfred Adler and C.G. Jung. Carl Rogers), Assessment
of Personality.
Unit IV
• Cognitive psychology: Sensation, perception, attention, memory, learning. Feeling,
etc. Their definitions and types, Intelligence and its measurements; Emotional
intelligence and social intelligence.
Unit V
Mental Health: Meaning and definition of mental health; Positive mental Health;
Causes and Consequences of Conflicts and frustrations, Introduction to Common
mental disorder; Generalized Anxiety disorders; Depression, Suicidal tendency.
Recommended books:
1. Harendra Prasad Sinha-Bhartiya Darshan,Motilal Banarasidas, Pub. Pvt. Ltd.
20162.
2. Upadhyay Baldev-Bhartiya Darshan, Chaukhambha Prakashan, 2007.
3. Chandradhar Sharma-A Critical Survey of Indian Philosophy, Motilal Banarsidass,
Delhi.
4. R. Puligandla: Fundamentals of Indian Philosophy.
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5. Radhakrishnan, Sarvepalli (1953). trans. The Principal Upanishads. London: Allen
& Unwin.
6. S. Radhakrishnan: Indian Philosophy, Vol. I and II, Allen & Unwin, London.
7. S.N. Dasgupta, (1991). History of Indian Philosophy, Vols.I & II.Motilal
Banarsidass, Delhi.
8. Introduction to clinical psychology: Science, Practice, & Ethics: By- Joffrey E.
Hecker, Geoffrey L. Thorpe (2005), Pub: Pearson Education, New Delhi.
9. Introduction to counseling & psychotherapy: The Essential Guide, By- Stephen
Palmer 2006), Pub: Sage Publication, Inc, California.
10. The clinical psychology handbook (2nd Edi.): by- Michel Hersen, Alan E. Kazdin
& Alan S. Bellack (1991), Pub: Pergamaon Press, MacMillan Pergamon Publishing
Corporation, New York.
11. The nature of Mind by Prof. J. P. Shukla.
12. Yoga aur Mansik Swasthya – Prof. Suresh Varnawal.
13. Baron, R. A.: Psychology (5th Edition), Prentice-Hall of India Private Limited.,
2001.
14. Chauhan, S. S.: Advanced Educational Psychology (7th Edition). Vikas Publishing
Private Limited, 1988.
15. Collins, M., and Drever, J.: Experimental Psychology. Kalyani Publishers, 2005
16. Dember, W. N., and Warm, J. S.: Psychology of Perception (2"d Revised Edition).
HoltSaunders, 1981
17. Freeman, F.S.: Theory and Practice of Psychological Testing (1 st Edition). Oxford
and IBH Publishing Company, 2011.
18. Galloti, K. M.: Cognitive Psychology. In and Out of the Laboratory (S'h Edition).
Sage Publication, 2016
19. Heidbreder, E.: Seven Psychologies (First Indian Edition). Kalyani Publishers, 2001
20. Hilgard, E.R. & Bower, G.H.: Theories of Leaming (5th Edition). Prentice Hall of
India Pvt. Ltd, 1986. 10. Mangat, S.K.: Advanced Educational Psychology (2"d
Edition). PHI Leaming, 2002
21. Matlin, W.M.: Cognition. (8th Edition). Harcourt Brace College Publishers. 2012.
22. Mishra, B. K.: Psychology. The Study of Human Behaviour (2"d Edition). PHI
Leaming Private Limited, 2016
23. Morgan, C.T., King, R.A., Weisz, J.R., and Schopler, J.: Introduction to Psychology
(71h Edition), McGraw Hill Book Company., 2001
24. Munn, N. L., Fernald, L. D., and Fernald, P. S.: Introduction to Psychology (5th
Edition). A.I.T.B.S Publishers India, 2007
25. Singh, A. K.: Tests, Measurements and Research Methods in Behavioural Sciences.
Bharti Bhawan Publisher, 2015
26. Schultz, D.P., & Schultz, S.E.: Psychology and Work Today (to1h Edition). Pearson
Education, 2009.
27. Strongman. K. T.: The Psychology of Emotion: From Everyday Life to Theory (51h
Edition). Wiley, 2003
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Yoga Practical
S.N Subject Yogic Practices Marks
01.
BHAKTI
YOGA
MANTRA- Gayatri mantra, Mahamrityunjay mantra,
Gurumantra, Om sahanababatu mantra, Asto maa
sadgamay mantra, Om sarvebhavantusukhinah mantra,
Upnisad Santi Mantra.
PRAYER-Hey sharde maa prayer, Om stavan,
Nirvanastakam.
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02.
HATH
YOGA
SHODHAN KRIYAYE
Neti (Jala, Rabar, Sutra), Kunjal kriya, Trataka,
Kapalbhati.
AASANA
(Pawanamuktasana bhag 1,2,3)7, Suryanamaskar7 with
mantra and breathing.
Standing aasana- (Tadasana, Tiryak tadasana,
Katichakrasana, Padhastasana, Samkonasana,
Trikonasana,)7, (Vrikshasana, Garudasana, Utkatasana)4
Sitting aasana- (Janusirasana, Merubakrasan,
Bhunamanasan, Gomukhasana, Veerasana, Marjari
aasana, Ardh ustrasana, Lolasana)7, (Singhasan,
Pashchiimottan)3 (Bhadrasana)4
Lying aasana- (Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana) 4, Ardh
shalabhasana7
Supine aasana- (Porb halasana, Setubandhasana, Supt
Pawanmuktasana, Noukasana)7
Meditative aasana- (Muktasana, Siddhasana,
Padmasana, Vajrasana, Swastikasana)4
Relaxative aasana- (Shvasana, Makarasana,
Matsyakridasan)7
PRANAYAMA
yougic breathing (chest, abdomen, clavical), Anulom-
vilom, Nadishodhana, Bhramari pranayama.
MUDRA BANDHA
Hastamudra- Gyan, Chin, Hridaya, Prana, Yoni,
Bharav.
Head mudra- Shanmukhi, Nasikagra drishti.
Bandh- Tribandh( Jalandhar, Uddiyan, Mula)
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03. DHYAN
YOGA
Yognidra level-1,Antramouna level- 1, Ajapajap level- 1,
10
04. KARMA
YOGA
Monthly 1 Yajna, Gram Sewa one time in a month,
Note: To Prepare Practical File
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Recommended books:
1. Siddha prarthana, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
2. Siddha strota mala, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
3. Hathpradipika, swami Digambar jha, kaivalyadham lonawala
4. Gherand Samhita, swami niranjananad saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
5. Sidha sidhhant padhati, paramhans swami anant bharti, chokhhambha oriyantaliya.
6. Hathratnawali, shri nivas yogi, dr. Ml gharote, (2014), kaivalyadham lonawala
7. Aasana pranayama mudra bandha, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication
trust, munger bihar
8. Tantra, kriya or Yogvidhya, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
9. Dhyan tantra k aalok me, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
10. Dharna darshan, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2001) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
11. Yognidra, swami Satyanand Saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
12. Ajapajapa avam chidakash dharna, swami satyananda saraswati,(2012)yog
publication trust, munger bihar
13. Moolabandha, swami buddhanandsaraswati, (2010)yog publication trust, munger
bihar
14. Karma or karmayoga, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2013) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
15. Bhakti sadhana, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
16. Prana evam pranayama, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
17. Karmakand Bhaskar, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
18. Gayatri havan vidhhi, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
19. Ishadi nou unishad, Shankar bhasya, geetapress Gorakhpur
20. swami niranjananad saraswati, Yog Darshan (2009) yog publication trust, munger
bihar.
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Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Psychology Practical
• Assessment of Deha-Mansic Prakriti
• Assessment of Dosha
• Assessment of Dhatu
• Assessment of Agni
• Models for demonstration of Panchamahabhuta, Tridosha, Triguna,
Panchaprana
• Mrittika chikitsa (Mud therapy)
• Jalachikitsa (hydrotherapy)
• Chromotherapy, Suryakirana sevana
• Vayu Chikitsa
• Techniques of massage-
Basics of Hatha Yoga and Tantra
Unit-I
Introduction:
▪ Hatha Yoga: Meaning and Definition.
▪ Development and tradition of Hatha Yoga
▪ Matsyendranath.(Life Sketch and Yogic Contributions)
▪ Gorakshanath (Life Sketch and Yogic Contributions)
▪ Brief Introduction of Hatha Yoga Texts (Hatha Pradipika, Gheranda
Samhita, Shiva Samhita & Vashistha Samhita, Hatharatnavali.)
Unit-II
Meaning, Process & Basic Information I
▪ Shatkarmas: Neti, Dhauti, Vasti, Nauli, Kapalbhati & Trataka from
Gherand Samhita and Hatha Pradeepika.
▪ Asanas from Gherand Samhita and Hatha Pradeepika.
▪ Pranayamas from Gherand Samhita and Hatha Pradeepika.
▪ Sadhak & Badhak Tatva in Hatha Pradeepika.
Unit-III
Meaning, Process & Basic Information II
▪ Mudra & Bandha from Gherand Samhita and Hatha Pradeepika.
▪ Dhyana, Samadhi from Gherand Samhita.
▪ Kundalini from Hatha Pradeepika.
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▪ Nadanusandhana from Hatha Pradeepika.
Unit-IV
Brief Introduction to Tantra I
▪ Meaning and concept of Tantra and Agama.
▪ Brief History and Development of Tantra.
▪ Main classifications of Tantra-Agamic traditions and schools eg.
Saiva, Vaisnava, Sakta.
▪ The fourfold division of Tantra: Jnana, Yoga, Kriya, Charya.
Unit-V
Brief Introduction to Tantra II
▪ Cosmogonical Interpretation (36 elements and Anand Catustaya)
▪ Lakulisha Pashupata, Shaiva.
▪ Brief introduction to Dash Mahavidyas.
▪ Significance of Shakti Peethas.
▪ Relation between Hatha Yoga and Tantra
Recommended Books:
1. Sw. Niranjananda-Gheranda Samhita, Bihar yoga bharti , Munger,1997.
2. Sw. Digamber ji & Raghunaath Shastri-Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Kaivalyadham
SMYM samiti,Lonavala, 2006.3.S
3. Swami Satyananda Saraswati-Asan, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha,Yoga publcation
trust , Munger,2006.
4. Sw. Digamberji & M.L. Gharote-Gheranda Samhita, Kaivalyadham SMYM samiti,
Lonavala, 1978.
5. Sw. Muktibodhananda Sarswati-Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Yoga publication trust,
6. Bhakti Sagar- Swami Charandas
7. Gherand Samhita – Swami Niranjananand Saraswati
8. Gheranda Samhita - Kaivalyadham, Lonawala
9. Gorakh Samhita- Gorakhnath Mandeer, Gorakhpur
10. Hatha Yoga Pradipika – Swatmaram Krut Swami Digamberji Pt. Raghunath Shastri
Kokaje
11. Mysterious Kundalini - Dr. Vasant Rele
12. Patanjali yog Pradeep - Swami Omananda Teerth, Geetepress
13. Textbook of Yoga - Yogeshwar
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Basics of Swasthavritta
Unit-I
▪ Definition of Swastha, Swasthavritta and Health; Aims and Objectives of
Swasthavritta; Swasthapurusha Lakshana - Signs of Health.
▪ Introduction to Preventive Medicine and its Terminologies; Chronobiology of
Swasthavritta.
Unit-II
▪ Introduction to Sadvritta and Achara Rasayan.
▪ Introduction to the concept of Dinacharya, Ritucharya and its importance,
Introduction of Vega and its role in Health & Disease.
Unit-III
▪ Concept of Ahara in Ayurveda; Definition diet and nutrition; Components of diet –
Carbohydrate, Lipids and Proteins; Classification & General properties, Bio-
medical importance.
▪ A balanced diet, Introduction to Viruddahar and Ashta Ahar Vidhi Vishesh
Ayatan.
Unit-IV
▪ Introduction to Digestion, Absorption & Utilization; Excessive & Deficiency
disorders of Vitamins and Minerals Diet in different lifestyle disorders: Diabetes,
Hypertension, Obesity, Dyslipidemia.
Unit V
▪ Basic Concept of Environment, Water, Air, Soil, Light, sound and radiation.
Recommended Books:
1. Dr. Priyavrata Sharma: Charak Samhita, Chaukhambha Orientala, Varanasi, Edition
of 2008.
2. Dr. Ravi Dutta Tripathi and Dr. Brahmanand Tripathi: Ashtanga Samgraha,
Chaukambha Sanskrit Pratishthan, Delhi, Reprint edition of 2003
3. Dr. K. H. Krishnamurthy: The wealth of Susruta, International Institute of
Ayurveda, Coimbatore, 1999
4. Dr. P. H. Kulkarni: Ayurvedic Philosophy, Academia Publishers, 2011
5. Dr. V. B. Athavale: Basic Principles of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit
Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
6. Dr. L. P. Gupta: Essentials of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi,
2006
7. Susan Tinkle: The Ayurvedic Diet, New Age Books, 2011
8. Prof. H. Subhash Ranade: Concepts of Prakriti & Lifestyle, Chaukambha Sanskrit
Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
9. Prof Dr. Subhash Ranade & Others: The textbooks of Swasthavritta, Chaukambha
Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi, 2005
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Introductory Human Biology
Unit-I
Introduction to Cell, Tissue and Musculoskeletal system
▪ Introduction to cell, tissue, organs and systems; Basic cell physiology - Cell
introduction, Introduction to Cell organelles– Mitochondria, Glogibody,
Endoplasmic reticulum, Ribosome, Lysosome, Centrosome; Nucleus -
Nuclear membrane, chromosome, nucleolus, cell membrane, Movement of
the substances and water through the cell membrane.
▪ Musculoskeletal System: Introduction to Skeleton – Name of all bones,
joints and muscles; cartilage, tendon and ligaments; types of bones, joints
and their functions; Introduction to Skeletal muscles – Properties of skeletal
muscles, Muscular contraction and relaxation, Smooth muscle, Cardiac
Muscle.
Unit-II
Introduction to the Digestive and Respiratory system
▪ Digestive system- Mouth, buccal cavity, Pharynx, esophagus, stomach,
large intestine, small intestine, anus, associated glands- Liver, Pancreas,
salivary glands, physiology of digestion and absorption.
▪ Respiratory system- Nose, nasal cavity, pharynx, Trachea, Larynx,
bronchiole, lungs; Mechanism of breathing (Expiration and inspiration);
Transport of respiratory gases (transport of oxygen and transport of
carbon dioxide).
Unit-III
Introduction to Cardiovascular system
▪ Composition and function of the blood– Plasma, RBC, WBC and
Platelet; Blood groups and their importance.
▪ Structure and working mechanism of heart; Organisation of the systemic
and pulmonary circulation; Cardiac output and cardiac cycle, capillary
circulation, Arterial and venous blood pressure.
Unit-IV
Introduction to the Nervous system and Excretory System
▪ Structure and function of the brain- Forebrain, midbrain, hindbrain,
Structure and function of the spinal cord, Cranial nerve and spinal nerve,
Autonomic nervous system- Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous
system; structure and properties of neurons.
▪ Excretory system of human- Kidney, ureter, urinary bladder, urethra;
Nephrons, Mechanism of urine formation- Ultrafiltration, selective
reabsorption, tubular secretion; Role of the kidney in osmoregulation.
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Unit –V
Introduction to Endocrine and Reproductive
▪ Structure and function of the endocrine gland (Pituitary, Adrenal, Thyroid,
Parathyroid, Pancreas, Gonads).
▪ Male reproductive system- Testis, penis, epididymis, prostate gland; Female
reproductive system- ovary, uterus, vagina, cervix, fallopian tube; Menstrual
cycle; Gametogenesis-Spermatogenesis and oogenesis; Fertilization;
Implantation and embryonic development
Recommended Books:
1. A Textbook of Human Physiology – A.K.Jain
2. Byas Deb Ghosh (2007) Human anatomy for Students, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi
3. Clinical Anatomy- Richard S Snell
4. Concise Medical Physiology - Chaudhari, Sujit K.
5. Essentials of Medical Physiology - Sembulingam, K.Central Council of Indian
Medicine
6. Fundamentals of Human Anatomy- Dr. Chakraborthy
7. Gore. M.V. (2005) Anatomy and Physiology of Yogic Practices, Kaivalyadhama,
Lonavla.
8. Human Osteology – Podda
9. James Funderburk – Science Studies Yoga, Himalayan International Institute of
Yoga, Science & Philosophy of USA – 1977. Brooks/ Cole Publishing Company,
California.
10. Principals of Anatomy & Physiology - Tortora & Grabowski
11. Text Book of Human Anatomy- Inderbir Singh
12. Textbook of Medical Physiology- Indu Khurana
13. Textbook of Physiology - Gyton & Hall
14. Yoga and Health – Kamakhya Kumar
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Yoga Practical
S.N Subject Yogic Practices Marks
01.
BHAKTI
YOGA
MANTRA- Yogen chittasay, Omkarbindu samyukatam,
Akhandmandalakaram, Agyantimirandhyasya, Twamev
mata cha pita twamev, Om sarvesham swastirbhavtu, Om
purnmadah, Vadic Santi Mantra ( Om Gandanata, Om
namo Brahma dibhyo
PRAYER- Mandukya upnshad, Gurudev daya karke.
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02.
HATH
YOGA
SHODHAN KRIYAYE: Agnisar, Sheetkarm,
Vyutkram, Dand dhouti.
AASANA
(Pawanamuktasana bhag 1,2,3)7, Suryanamaskar7 with
mantra and breathing.
Standing aasana- Sankatasana4, (Vatayanasan,
Natrajasana, Utthitjanusirasana, Padangusthasana,
Shirsaangusthyogasana)7 Padapidasana6
Sitting aasana- (Bakadhyanasana, Kurmasana,
Hansasana, Ustrasana, rajkapotasana, Hanumanasana)7
(Veerasan, Dhanurasan, Vicitrakarani, Matsyendrasana)6,
Mayurasan3
Lying aasana- (Sarpasan, Purnabhujangasana, Purna
dhanurasana)7
Supine aasan- (Halasana, Sarvangasana,
Vipritkarniaasana, Karnapeedasan, Chakrasana,
Suptvajrasana)7
Meditative aasana- (Muktasana, Siddhasana,
Padmasana, Vajrasana, Swastikasana)4
Relaxative aasana- Savasan3, Makrasan4, Matsya
Kridasan7
PRANAYAMA
Suryabhedi, Bhrastika, Ujjayi, Sheetkari
MUDRA BANDHA
Mhamudra, Nabhomudra, Mandduki, Aswani, Tribandh.
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03. DHYAN
YOGA
Yognidra level- 2, Antarmouna level- 2, Ajapajap,
Meditation based on Mandukya Upnisad.
10
04. KARMA
YOGA
Monthly 1 Yagya, gram Sewa in a month,
Note: To Prepare Practical File
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Recommended books:
1. Siddha prarthana, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
2. Siddha strota mala, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
3. Hathpradipika, swami Digambar jha, kaivalyadham lonawala
4. Gherand Samhita, swami niranjananad saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
5. Sidha sidhhant padhati, paramhans swami anant bharti, chokhhambha oriyantaliya.
6. Hathratnawali, shri nivas yogi, dr. Ml gharote, (2014), kaivalyadham lonawala
7. Aasana pranayama mudra bandha, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication
trust, munger bihar
8. Tantra, kriya or Yogvidhya, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
9. Dhyan tantra k aalok me, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
10. Dharna darshan, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2001) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
11. Yognidra, swami Satyanand Saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
12. Ajapajapa avam hidakash dharna, swami satyananda saraswati, (2012)yog
publication trust, munger bihar
13. Moolabandha, swami buddhanandsaraswati, (2010)yog publication trust, munger
bihar
14. Karma or karmayoga, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2013) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
15. Bhakti sadhana, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
16. Prana evam pranayama, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
17. Karmakand Bhaskar, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
18. Gayatri havan vidhhi, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
19. Ishadi nou unishad, Shankar bhasya, geetapress Gorakhpur
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Human Biology Practical
Demonstration of Human Systems by Models / Charts:
• Skeleton- joints, bones,
• Practical study of bones
• Practical study of organs
• Muscles; Respiratory- lungs,
• Bronchial tree; Gastrointestinal- mouth-
• esophagus-stomach, liver, pancreas,
• intestines; Renal- kidney, structure of nephron;
• Cardio Vascular- heart, cardiac cycle;
• Nervous- brain, spinal cord, somatic, autonomic;
• Endocrinal- pituitary, pineal,
• Thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, pancreas; and Reproductive- testis and ovary.
• Pictorial Representation of Yogic-Concepts: Nadi (main 10), Chakra
Introduction to Bhagvad Gita
Unit-I
Introduction to Bhagavad Gita; Definition of Yoga in Bhagavad Gita (2/48, 2/50,
6/23), Classification of Yoga in Bhagavad Gita, Tradition of Yoga in Bhagavad
Gita (4/1-4).
Unit-II
Chapter: II: Samkhya Yoga: description of Atma (2/17-25), the doctrine of
Nishkama Karma (2/40-53), characteristics of Sthithprajna (2/54-72).
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Unit-III
Ch.VI: Dhyana Yoga: characteristics of a yogi of self-conquest (6/1-9), method of
Meditation, an inquiry into the mind control, the excellence of Dhyana Yoga
(6/10-32)
Ch.XII: Bhakti Yoga: qualities of Bhakta (12/13-20).
Unit-IV
Ch. XIII: Kshetra kshetrajn Vibhaga yoga: the concept of Kshetra and Kshetrajna
(13/1-6), qualities of Jnani, the distinction between Prakriti and Purusha (13/16-
34).
Ch. XIV. Gunatraya Vibhaga Yoga: nature of the three Gunas, the effect of the
three Gunas (14/6-20), qualities of Jivanmukta (14/21-27)
Unit-V
Ch.XVIII: Moksha Sanyas Yoga
The Concept of Tyag (1-12)
Concept of Karma with Bhakti (56-66)
Recommended books:
1. Dr. T.R. Anantharaman (2000) Ancient Yoga and Modern Science (Yoga of
Bhagavad Gita – Chapter – 7) Munsiram Manoharlal Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
2. Ekanath Eswaran (1997): The Bhavad Gita for Daily Living, Allahabad, Jaico
Books
3. Ramanuj Bhashya on Bhagvad Gita.
4. Shankaracharya Bhasya on Bhagvad Gita.
5. Srimad Bhagwad Gita yatha Rupa by Srimad A. C Bhaktivedanta Swami
Prabhupada.
6. Vidya Prakashnanda Swami(1980): Gita Makaranda, Kalahasti, Sri Sukha
Brahma Ashram
7. Yatharta Geeta by Swami Argadanand
Introduction to Principal Upanishads
Unit-I
Ishavayopanishad: Concept of Khamanishta; Concept of Vidya and Avidya;
Knowledge of Brahman; Atma Bhava.
Kena Upanishad: Indwelling Power; Indriya and Antahkarana; Self and the Mind;
Intuitive realization of the truth; Truth transcendental; Moral of Yaksha Upakhyana.
Unit-II
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Katha Upanishad: Definition of Yoga; Nature of Soul; Importance of Self
Realisation; Prashna Upanishad.
Prashna Upanishad: Concept of Prana and rayi (creation); Pancha pranas; the five-
main questions.
Unit-III
Mundaka Upanishad: Two Approaches to Brahma Vidya-the Para and Apra; The
greatness of Brahmavidya, The worthlessness of selfish-karma; Tapas and
Gurubhakti, The origin of creation, Brahman the target of Meditation.
Mandukya: four States of Consciousness and its relation to syllables in Omkara.
Unit-IV
Aitareya: Concept of Atma, Universe and Brahman.
Taittiriya Upanishad: Concept of Pancha Kosha; Summary of Shiksha Valli;
Ananda Valli; Bhruguvalli.
Unit-V
Chandogya Upanishad: Om (udgitha) Meditation; Sandilyavidya.
Brihadaryanka Upanishad: Concept of Atman and Jnana Yoga.Union of Atman
and Paramatman.
Recommended books:
1. Sriram Sharma Acharya–Upanisad-Brahm, Jnan, Sadhana Khand, Akhand
Jyoti Mathura,1998.
2. Sidhdhantalankar Dr Satyavrat,Ekadashopnishad, Vijaykrishna Lakhanpal.
3. Gita Press Gorakhpur Ishadinopnioshad.
Patanjal Yoga Sutra
Unit 1
Introduction
▪ Brief Historical outlines of the Yoga system of Patanjali
▪ Brief Introduction to the subject matter of the Yoga Sutras
▪ Ancient Commentaries on Patanjal Yoga Sutra
Unit II
Terms defined in the Yoga Sutras I
▪ Citta, Chitta Bhumi, Chitta Vritties, Vivekkhyati
▪ Abhyasa & Vairagya, Iswar & Iswar Pranidhan,
▪ Yogantaraya, Chittaprasadana as Ektatvabyasa.
Unit III
Terms defined in the Yoga Sutras II
▪ Samprajnata Samadhi & Samapatti,
▪ Ritambhara Prajna Nirbija Samadhi
▪ Dukha, Kriya Yoga, Pancha Klesha, Drasta & Drisya.
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Unit IV
Terms defined in the Yoga Sutras III
▪ Astanga Yoga.
▪ Samyam, Samskar, Karma
▪ Pratibha & Vivekajjnana
Unit V
Terms defined in the Yoga Sutras IV
▪ Dharmamedha Samadhi
▪ Yoga Vibhuties
▪ Kshan evam Kram
▪ Kaivalya,
Recommended books:
1. Dhyan Yog Prakash Laxmnanada
2. Four chapter of freedom Swami Satyananda
3. Kalyan Yogank Geeta Press
4. Lights on Yoga Sutra B.K.S Iyenger
5. Patanjali Yog Sutra Karambelkar
6. Pathanjal Yog Bimarsh Vijay Pal Sastri
7. Pathanjal Yog Darshan Swami Hariharanand Aranya
8. Pathanjal Yog Pradip Swami Omnanda Tirth
9. Yog Darshan Pt. Sriram Sharma Achariya
10. Yog Darshan Rajveer Shastri
Research Methodology and Statistics
Unit- I
Introduction to research methodology
▪ Meaning, Definition, Nature and Types of Research.
▪ Importance of Studying Research Methodology.
▪ Goals of Research
▪ Research Process / Conducting Research.
Unit- II
Research Design
▪ Research Problem: Meaning and Definition, Characteristic, Necessary
consideration.
▪ Review of literature
▪ Formulation of the Hypothesis.
▪ Variable: Meaning and Definition, Nature and Types- Independent, Depended
and Extraneous.
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▪ Sampling: Meaning and Definition, Nature and Characteristics, Population and
Sample, types of Sampling and Sampling Bias.
▪ Research Design- Randomized Group Design, Factorial Design, Quasi-
Experimental Research Design.
▪ Data Collection Methods- Observation Method, Interview Method,
Questionnaires, Case Study Method.
Unit-III
Statistical Applications
▪ Graphical Representation of Research data (Frequency Polygon, Bar Diagram,
Column Diagram, Pie, Line)
▪ Measures of central tendency- Mean Median and Mode.
▪ Measures of Variability- Range, Variance, QD, SD.
▪ Degree of Freedom and Normal Distribution.
▪ Correlations.
▪ The Significance of the Differences between Mean, critical ratio and T-test.
▪ Chi-Square Test, T-test and ANOVA test.
▪ Parametric and Non-Parametric method.
Unit-IV
Ethics & Essential Computer knowledge
▪ Ethics of Research
▪ Informed consent, Anonymity, Confidentiality, Plagiarism
▪ Role of computer in Research and Different Sources of Information
▪ Basic Computer Knowledge: Use of MS Office, Preparation of PowerPoint
Presentations, Use of Internet for Research Purpose.
▪ Online Resources for Study: Google Scholar, Pub Med, Shodh Ganga.
Unit-V
Drafting Research
▪ Essential Elements: The First Draft, Revisions, Language and Reference Styles,
Citation and quotation.
▪ Writing a- Research Proposal, Research paper and Monograph.
▪ Component of the thesis.
▪ Formatting of thesis: title page, table of contents, headings and sub-headings,
footnotes, endnotes, tables and figures, bibliography, appendix,
Recommended books:
1. Foundation of Behavioural Research -Kerlinger
2. Research Method in Behavioural Sciences -Festinger & Katz
3. Research Method in Behavioural Research -S. M. Mohsin
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4. Statistics and Research Methodology -Garatte
5. Basics of Statistics - H K Kapil
Vikriti Vigyan evam Yogic Upachar
Unit-I
Causes of ill Health & Remedial Measures as per Patanjali
▪ Potential causes of Physical, Mental and Spiritual ill Health - Styana,
Samshaya, Pramada, Avirati, Duhkha, Daurmanasya, Bhranti-darsana,
Alabdha-bhumikatva and Anavasthitatva (According to Vyasya Bhasya)
▪ Shuddhi Prakriyas in Yoga : Role of Shuddhi Prakriyas in preventive and
curative Health, Karma Shuddhi (Yama, Niyama), Ghata Shuddhi (Shat-
karma), Snayu Shuddhi (Asana), Prana Shuddhi (Pranayama), Indriya and
Mano Shuddhi (Pratyahara), (Mana, Buddhi, Ahamkara) Chitta Shuddhi
(Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi).
Unit – II
Yogic Principles & Practices of Healthy Living – I
▪ Dietary regulation according to Hatha yoga and Bhagavad Gita. Shatkriyas and
tattva shuddhi; Practice of Asana for Annamaya Kosha. The practice of
pranayama for Pranamay kosha.
▪ Definition of Mental Health & Total Health. The Indian approach to personality
and personality integration Psycho-Social Implications of yoga; Adjustment
Personal and interpersonal adjustment through yogic methods Yama and
Niyama.
Unit – III
Yogic Principles & Practices of Healthy Living – II
▪ Attitude change towards yoga through individualized counseling,
Psychological & yogic method for ill effects devolved due to conflict and
Frustration.
▪ Yogic methods: behavioral counseling, The secret of Karma Yoga.
Unit – IV
Introduction to Diagnostic Methods - I
▪ Reference and Pathological values of Blood Count (CBC), BT, CT, PT; Blood grouping - ABO system, Rh typing (Rhesus system); Liver Function
Test (LFT), Kidney Function Test (KFT), Lipid Profile, Serum Electrolytes,
Vitamins, Minerals, Enzymes, Thyroid Function Test.
▪ Reference and Pathological values of routine and microscopic Urine, Stool.
Unit – V
Introduction to Diagnostic Methods - II
▪ Diagnostic methods for the identification of fungi, protozoa (Malaria,
Filaria, E. Coli, E. histolytica); Reference and Pathological values of
Serological investigation Widal, RA, CRP, HBV, HIV, VDRL.
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▪ X-ray, CT Scan (Computerized Tomography Scan), MRI (Magnetic
Resonance Imaging), USG (Ultrasonography)..
Recommended Books:
1. Ghosh, Shyam: The Original Yoga Munshiram Manoharlal, New Delhi, 1999)
2. Jnanananda Bharati: Essence of Yoga Vasishta Pub: Sanata Books, Chennai
3. Hatha Ratnavali: Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthana, Andhra Pradesh.
4. Gheranda Samhita: Shri Sadguru Publication, New Delhi
5. Dr. R Nagarathna and Dr. H R Nagendra: Yoga and Health, Swami Vivekananda
Yoga Prakashana, 2002
6. Dr. R Nagarathna and Dr. H R Nagendra: Yoga for Promotion of Positive Health
Published 28 by SVYP, Bangalore
7. Dr. Nagendra H R: The Secret of Action - Karma Yoga, Published by SVYP,
Bangalore, 2003
Yoga Practical
S.N Subject Yogic Practices Marks
01.
BHAKTI
YOGA
MANTRA- Vadic Shanti mantra ( Om shanno mitra,Om
Aapyayantu, Om bangme mansi,om agni nay supatha)
PRAYER- Agad Bam,Ras gagan gufa mai. Itni Shakti
Hamai Dena Data, Kro Raksha vipaati se, Ab soaup diya
is Jeevan ka, Bhajgobindam.
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02.
HATH
YOGA
SHODHAN KRIYAYE: Vastra dhouti, Nouli,
Shankhprakshalana
AASANA
(Pawanamuktasana bhag 1,2,3)7, Suryanamaskar7 with
breathing, mantra and Beejmanta.
Standing aasana- (Ekpadasana, Bakasan,
Purnachakrasana)7, Tittibhasana8, Veerbhadrasana8
Sitting aasana- (Brahmacharyasan, Vashisthasana,
Vishvamitrasana, Kashyapasana, Kapotasana,
Padmaparvatasana, Sheersasana, Bhumipadmastakasan)7,
(Ekapadasan, Mandukasan)6, (Kukkutasan, Kurmasan)4
Lying aasana- Purnasalabhasana7, (Ekpadmayurasana,
Baddhakekiasana, Mayurasana, Parswa Mayurasana)6
Supine aasana- (Greevasan, Shearspadbhomi
Sparshasan, Cakrasan, Padmasarvangasana)7
Meditative aasana- (Siddhasana, Padmasana)3,
(Swastikasana Muktasana, Vajrasana)4
Relaxative- [Mratasan (Shvasana), Makarasana]4
PRANAYAMA
Sheetalii, Chandrabhedi, Suryabhedana, Bhrastika,
Ujjayi
MUDRA BANDHA
Mudra- Mahabheda, Shambhavi, Vipareetkarnii,
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Tadagii, Yogamudra, Kakimudra
Bandh- Tribandhndh.
03. DHYAN
YOGA
Yognidra level- 3, Antarmouna level- 3-4, Ajapajap,
Meditation based on mandukya Upnisad
10
04. KARMA
YOGA
Monthly 1 Yagya, gram sewa in a month,
Note: To Prepare Practical File
10
Recommended books:
1. Siddha prarthana, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
2. Siddha strota mala, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
3. Hathpradipika, swami Digambar jha, kaivalyadham lonawala
4. Gherand Samhita, swami niranjananad saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
5. Sidha sidhhant padhati, paramhans swami anant bharti, chokhhambha oriyantaliya.
6. Hathratnawali, shri nivas yogi, dr. Ml gharote, (2014), kaivalyadham lonawala
7. Aasana pranayama mudra bandha, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication
trust, munger bihar
8. Ayangar BKS, Light on Yoga (2008) Schocken BooksRandom House , New York.
9. Tantra, kriya or Yogvidhya, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
10. Dhyan tantra k aalok me, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
11. Dharna darshan, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2001) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
12. Yognidra, swami satyananda saraswati, (2012)yog publication trust, munger bihar
13. Ajapajapa avam hidakash dharna, swami satyananda saraswati, (2012)yog
publication trust, munger bihar
14. Yogdeepika, B.K.S. lyengar, oriyant blekswan.
15. Moolabandha, swami buddhanandsaraswati, (2010)yog publication trust, munger
bihar
16. Karma or karmayoga, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2013) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
17. Bhakti sadhana, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
18. Prana evam pranayama, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
19. Karmakand Bhaskar, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
20. Gayatri havan vidhhi, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
21. Ishadi nou unishad, Shankar bhasya, geetapress Gorakhpur
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Vikriti Vigyan evam Yogic Upachar Practical
▪ Body Temperature
▪ Pulse Rate
▪ Respiratory Rate
▪ Blood Pressure
▪ Spirometry
▪ Body Mass Index
▪ S.L.R.T
▪ Case Record Form
Introduction to Yogic Texts
Unit-I Introduction to the Upanishad I
▪ Kathopanishad
▪ Mandukya Upanishad
▪ Prashnopnishad
Introduction to the Upanishad II
▪ Shwetashatarapanishad
▪ Kenopanishad
▪ Taittiriyopanishad
Unit-II Introduction to the Yoga Upanishad III
▪ Yoga Kundalyopanishad
▪ Tejo Bindu Upanishad
Unit-III Introduction to the Hathayoga Texts:
▪ Hatharatnawali
▪ Siddha-Siddhant Paddhati
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Unit-IV Introduction to the Jnana-Yoga Texts:
▪ Yoga Vashishtha
▪ Vivek Chudamani
Unit-V Introduction to the Bhaktiyoga Texts:
▪ Narada Bhakti Sutra
▪ Shandilya Bhakti Sutra
Recommended books:
1. Sriram Sharma Acharya–Upanisad-Brahm, Jnan, Sadhana Khand, Akhand
Jyoti Mathura,1998.
2. Sidhdhantalankar Dr Satyavrat,Ekadashopnishad, Vijaykrishna Lakhanpal.
3. Gita Press Gorakhpur Ishadinopnioshad.
Social and Preventive Health
Unit I
Introduction to Trayopastambha
▪ Ahara - Ahara dravya Vargikaranam, Aharavidhividhana, Ashtaharvidhi-
viseshayatanani, Viruddhahara and its effects.
▪ Pathyahara, Apathyahara, Classification of food, Concept of balanced diet in
Ayurveda, Social aspects of nutrition.
▪ Nidra - Swasthya sambandha, Effects of Ratri Jagarana, Diwaswapna,
Anidra, Atinidra, Ahara and Vihara causing disturbed sleep, Ahara and
Vihara Causing sound sleep. Duration of sleep according to age, Sleep in
healthy and diseased persons.
▪ Importance of Brahmacharya.
Unit II
Introduction to Roganutpadaniya and Ritucharya
▪ Concept of Vega - Adharaniya Vega and Dharaneeya Vega.
▪ Concept of Dincharya and Ratricharya.
▪ Introduction of Ritucharya
▪ Sadvritta and Achara Rasayana
Unit III
Introduction to Janapadodhwamsa I
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▪ Causes, Manifestations and control measures; Vayu (Air) - Composition of
air. Air pollution – health and social aspects, Prevention and control of air
pollution, Global warming.
▪ Bhumi and nivasa sthana (Land and housing) - Types of soil, soil & health,
Land pollution, Overcrowding;
▪ Prakasha (lighting) Requirement of natural and good lighting, natural
lighting, artificial lighting, biological effects of lighting.
Unit IV
Introduction to Janapadodhwamsa I
▪ Jala (Ayurvedic aspects) Importance of water, safe and wholesome water,
water pollution and health hazards, Rainwater harvesting and water
recycling.
▪ Dhwani pradooshana (Noise pollution) - Noise, Sources, effects;
▪ Introduction to Vikirana (Radiation) - sources, effects and control.
Recommended Readings:
1. Dr. Priyavrata Sharma: Charak Samhita, Chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi,
Edition of 2008.
2. Dr. Ravi Dutta Tripathi and Dr. Brahmanand Tripathi: Ashtanga Samgraha,
Chaukambha Sanskrit Pratishthan, Delhi, Reprint edition of 2003
3. Dr. K. H. Krishnamurthy: The wealth of Susruta, International Institute of
Ayurveda, Coimbatore, 1999
4. Dr. P. H. Kulkarni: Ayurvedic Philosophy, Academia Publishers, 2011 Dr.
V. B. Athavale: Basic Principles of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit
Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
5. Dr. L. P. Gupta: Essentials of Ayurveda, Chaukambha Sanskrit Prathisthan,
Delhi, 2006
6. Susan Tinkle: The Ayurvedic Diet, New Age Books, 2011
7. Prof. H. Subhash Ranade: Concepts of Prakriti & Lifestyle, Chaukambha
Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi, 2004
8. Prof Dr. Subhash Ranade & Others: The textbooks of Swasthavritta,
Chaukambha Sanskrit Prathisthan, Delhi, 2005
9. Preeti Goel and Rita Jain: Spectrum of Health (Sports Publications, New
Delhi, 2003)
10. Dr. K.S. Joshi (1993) Yoga and Naturecure Therapy – Sterling Publishers
Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi
11. Dr. S.J. Singh: History and philosophy of Naturopathy
12. Acharya Ramraksha Pathak: Padarthavigyana
13. Dr. Henry Lindlhai: Philosophy of Nature Cure
14. Dr. Rakesh Jindal: Prakritik Ayurvigyan
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Teaching Methodology of Yoga
UNIT I:
Principles of Teaching Yoga
▪ Teaching and Learning: Concepts and Relationship between them.
▪ Principles of Teaching
▪ Levels and Phases of Teaching
▪ Quality of perfect Yoga Guru
UNIT II
Methods of teaching Yoga
▪ Meaning and concept of teaching methodology
▪ Learning level of Yoga: Vidyarthi, Shishya, Mumuksha.
▪ Factors influencing teaching.
▪ Sources of Teaching methods
▪ Role of Yoga Teachers
UNIT III:
Educational tools of yoga teaching
▪ Yoga classroom: Essential features, Area, Sitting arrangement in Yoga class,
etc.
▪ Classroom problems: Types and Solutions, Characteristics and essentials of
good Yoga teaching
▪ Time table: Need, Types, Principles of Time table construction; Time Table for
Yoga teaching.
▪ Meaning, Importance and Types of Educational technology
▪ Role of Educational Technology in Yoga
UNIT IV:
Basics of yoga class management
▪ Organisation of Yoga class (Time Management, Discipline etc.)
▪ Practice of Yoga at different levels (Beginners, Advanced, School Children,
Youth, Women and Special attention group)
▪ Techniques of Individualised teaching
▪ Techniques of small group teaching
▪ Techniques of mass instructions
▪ Organisation of teaching (Time Management, Discipline, etc.)
UNIT V:
Lesson planning in yoga
▪ Essentials of Good Lesson Plan: concepts, needs, planning of teaching Yoga
(Shatkriya, Asana, Mudra, Pranayama & Meditation)
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▪ Models of a lesson Plan
▪ Evaluation
Recommended books:
1. Dr. Gharote M L: Teaching methods for Yogic practices, Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala
2007
2. Dr. Raj Kumar: Principles & methods of Teaching, Printo graphics, Delhi, Saket
Raman Tiwari & others: Teaching of Yoga, DPH Publishing Corporation, Delhi,
2007
3. Dr. Shri Krishna: Notes on basic principles & methods of teaching as applied to
yogic practices and a ready reckoner of yogic practices, Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala,
2009
Yoga Practical
S.N Subject Yogic Practices Marks
01.
BHAKTI
YOGA
MANTRA- Vadic Shanti mantra, Om shanno mitra,Om
Aapyayantu, Om bangme mansi,om agni nay supatha)
PRAYER- Agad Bam,Ras gagan gufa mai. Itni Shakti
Hamai Dena Data, Kro Raksha vipaati se, Ab soaup diya
is Jeevan ka, Bhajgobindam.
Includes all previous (1st, 2nd and 3rd Sem)
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02.
HATH
YOGA
SHODHAN KRIYA: Neti, Dhouti, Vasti, Nouli,
Tratak, Kapalbhati, Shankhprakshalana.
AASANA: Pawanamuktasana bhag 1,2,3)7,
Suryanamaskar7 with breathing, mantra and Beejmanta.
Standing aasana- (Garudasan, Brakchasan, Utthan
ekpadasirasana, Prasthasan)7, Padpidasana6, (Adhomukh
vrakchhasana, Vrishchikasana bhag 2)13
Sitting aasana- (Parighasan, Padmparvatasan, Lolasan,
Vrishchikasana, Sheersasana, Salambasirsasana,
Niralamb sirsasana, Kapaliaasana, Urdhwa padmasana,
Ekpadbakadhyanasana)7 Baddhamatsyendrasana
Ekapadasana, Yognidrasana, Phanindrasana)6,
Gourakchhasana4
Lying aasana- Purnasalabhasana7, (Ekpadmayurasana,
Baddhakekiasana, Mayurasana, Parswa Mayurasana)6
Supine aasana- (Greevasana, Shearspadbhomi
Sparshasan, Cakrasan, Padmasarvangasana)7
Meditative aasana- (Siddhasana, Padmasana,
Swastikasana)5, Vajrasana7
Relaxative- (Shvasana, Makarasana, Matsyakridasana)7
PRANAYAMA: Sahit, Suryabhedana, Bhastrika,
Bhramari, Ujjayi, Sheetalii, Sheetkari, Chandrabhedi
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MUDRA BANDHA
Mudra- Khechari, Pashinii, All mudras of gherand
Samhita and hathpradipika
Bandh- Tribandh
Includes all previous (1st, 2nd and 3rd Sem)
03. DHYAN
YOGA
Yognidra level- 4, Antarmouna level- 5-6, Ajapajap,
Meditation based on mandukya
Includes all previous (1st, 2nd and 3rd Sem)
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04. TEACHING
PRACTICES
Every student will be given the following and has to be
completed in given time.
▪ Five Teaching Lessons/ Seminar/Project--
Asana,Pranayama, Mudra & Bandha
▪ Three Theory Lesson on the selected topic.
▪ Three Practical sessions on the selected practices.
Note: To Prepare Final Practical file (Includes all
previous (1st, 2nd and 3rd Sem)
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Recommended books:
1. Siddha prarthana, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger bihar
2. Siddha strota mala, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
3. Hathpradipika, swami Digambar jha, kaivalyadham lonawala
4. Gherand Samhita, swami niranjananad saraswati, yog publication trust, munger
bihar
5. Sidha sidhhant padhati, paramhans swami anant bharti, chokhhambha oriyantaliya.
6. Hathratnawali, shri nivas yogi, dr. Ml gharote, (2014), kaivalyadham lonawala
7. Aasana pranayama mudra bandha, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication
trust, munger bihar
8. Tantra, kriya or Yogvidhya, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
9. Dhyan tantra k aalok me, swami satyananda saraswati, yog publication trust,
munger bihar
10. Dharna darshan, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2001) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
11. Yognidra, swami satyananda saraswati, (2012)yog publication trust, munger bihar
12. Ajapajapa avam hidakash dharna, swami satyananda saraswati, (2012)yog
publication trust, munger bihar
13. Yogdeepika, B.K.S. lyengar, oriyant blekswan.
14. Moolabandha, swami buddhanandsaraswati, (2010)yog publication trust, munger
bihar
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15. Karma or karmayoga, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2013) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
16. Bhakti sadhana, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust, munger
bihar
17. Prana evam pranayama, swami niranjananad saraswati,(2012) yog publication trust,
munger bihar
18. Karmakand Bhaskar, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
19. Gayatri havan vidhhi, pt shri ram sharma aacharya, yug nirman trust, Mathura
20. Ishadi nou unishad, Shankar bhasya, geetapress Gorakhpur
Therapeutic Yoga
Unit-I
Introduction:
▪ Yoga Therapy: Meaning
▪ Principles & discipline of Yoga Therapy
▪ Scope & Limitation of Yoga Therapy
▪ Role of lifestyle and diet in Yoga therapy
▪ Approach of Yoga towards holistic health.
Unit-: II
Yoga for Health care of:
▪ Children & Adolescence
▪ Adult
▪ Women
▪ Elderly
▪ Corporate person
▪ Sportsperson
Unit-III
Introduction to Yogic Management of:
▪ Arthritis
▪ Spondylitis
▪ Backache
▪ Sciatica
▪ Hernia
▪ Muscle fatigue
Unit-IV
Introduction to Yogic Management of
▪ Kidney disorder
▪ Hyperthyroidism & Hypothyroidism
▪ Obesity
▪ Liver disorder
▪ Diabetes
Unit-V
Introduction to Yogic Management of
▪ Hyperacidity
▪ Constipation
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▪ Asthma
▪ Hypertension
▪ Heart disease (Coronary artery disease, Rheumatic heart disease)
Recommended books:
1. K.N. Udupa-Stress and its management by yoga, Motilal Banarsidass
publication, 1998.
2. Sw. Satyananda Saraswati-Yogic Management of Common, Yoga
publication trust, Munger, Bihar,2002
3. Dr. Arun K. Sao & Dr. Akhileshwar Sao-Tanav Avm Yoga, Radha Pub.
New Delhi, 2013.
4. Suresh Barnwal-Mansik Swasthya Avm Yoga, New Bhartiya Book
Corporation, New Delhi, 2002.
5. Sriram Sharma Acharya-Chikitsa Upchar ke Vividh Ayam, Akhand Jyoti
Mathura, 1998.
6. Sri Ram Sharma Acharya-Asan Pranayama se Adhi Vyadhi Nivaran,
Brahmvarchas shodha sansthan,Shantikunj, Haridwar, 1998.
7. Shivanda Saraswati, Srimat Swami. (1978): Yogic Therapy, Gauhati,
Umachal Yogashram,
8. Swamy Kuvalyananda: Principles of Yoga Therapy, SMYM Samiti,
Kaivalyadhama
9. Swamy Kuvalyananda- (1985): Rational of Yogic Poses and Other Articles,
Bombay, I.C. Yogic Health Centre, Kaivalyadhama
10. Prof. Venkata Reddy M, Dr. Murthy, K.J.R., Dr. Sahay B.K., Dr. Prasad,
B.N. (2005)
11. Yogic Therapy Arthamuru, Sri M.S.R. Memorial Yoga Series
12. Prof. M. Venkata Reddy (2008): Scientific Studies on Yoga, Hyderabad,
A.P
Yogadhyayana Parishad.
13. Karmananada Sarswati: Yogic Management of Common diseases, Munger,
Yoga Publications
14. Dr. D.R. Vaze- (2004), Swadhyaya & Yoga Therapy: Vedic Physiology &
Anatomy, Lonvla Yoga Institute, Kaivalyadhama
15. Dr. M.M. Gharote & Others- (2008): Traditional Theory of Evolution and its
Applications in Yoga, The Lonavla Yoga Institute, Lonavla
16. Vyasa (2004) Therapeutic Application of Yoga – SVPP, Bangalore.
17. Gharote.M.L. 1982, Yoga Therapy – Its Scope and Limitations – Jour – Res
– Edu – Ind – Medicine – Vol – 1 & 2, P-37-42.
18. Yoga & Arthritis - Dr. Nagendra
19. Yoga for Hypertension -Swami Satyananad Saraswati
20. Yoga & Pregnancy - Dr. Nagendra & Nagratna
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21. . Nav Yogini Tantra - Swami Satyananda Saraswati
22. Yoga for Children & Adolescent - Swami Satyananda Saraswati
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Model Paper PhD Yoga (2021)
MCQ
1. Mandukya Upnishad is related to –
A. Samveda
B. Rigveda
C. Athrwaveda
D. Yajuraveda
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2. How many forms of Kapalbhati did Maharshi
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B. Three
C. Five
D. None of the above
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A. Two
B. Four
C. Five
D. None of the above
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B. Rajoguna
C. Tamoguna
D. All of the above
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