The Importance of Yoga in the New Education Policy (NEP)

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https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2025.v10.n6.037

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New Education Policy (NEP), Yoga in education, Holistic development, Yoga Teacher

Abstract

The New Education Policy (NEP) initiates a groundbreaking shift in India’s educational framework, striving for holistic development by incorporating yoga into the curriculum. This article examines the multifaceted benefits of integrating yoga under the National Education Policy (NEP), highlighting its role in fostering physical health, mental wellness, and ethical development among students. Through curricular reforms, teacher training, and inclusive practices, the NEP positions yoga as a vital tool for addressing contemporary challenges, such as stress, lack of concentration, and declining moral values among youth. The analysis also explores implementation challenges and offers recommendations for maximizing yoga’s impact. The findings underscore the potential of yoga to not only enhance academic outcomes but also to nurture well-rounded, resilient, and value-driven citizens for the future.

Author Biographies

Mr. Avinash Vitthalrao Aneraye, Assistant Professor, Department of Special Education, Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University, Jaipur

Avinash V. Aneraye is an academician and researcher in the field of Special Education (Visual Impairment). He is committed to promoting inclusive education through innovative teaching strategies for diverse learners. His expertise includes educational policy analysis, teacher education, inclusive pedagogy, and disability studies. He has actively taken part in national seminars, workshops, and training programs, and has published work on holistic education, family environment, and educational psychology. Currently, he is exploring the integration of traditional Indian practices like yoga within modern education under NEP 2020, promoting a system that is inclusive, value- based, and rooted in Indian knowledge traditions.

Ms. Priya, Assistant Professor, Department of Special Education, Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University, Jaipur

Ms. Priya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education, with a specialization in inclusive education for children with diverse disabilities. Her academic focus lies in the integration of holistic and therapeutic approaches, such as yoga and mindfulness, into the curriculum for children with special needs. With several years of teaching and research experience, Ms. Priya has contributed to teacher training programs, curriculum development, and workshops aimed at enhancing inclusive classroom practices. She is particularly interested in the application of traditional Indian knowledge systems, including yoga, to promote the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children with disabilities. Ms.Priya is actively engaged in research related to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, inclusive pedagogy, and mental health in education. Her work advocates for a school environment that supports equity, empathy, and holistic development.

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16-06-2025

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Aneraye, A. V., & Priya. (2025). The Importance of Yoga in the New Education Policy (NEP). RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary, 10(6), 327–333. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2025.v10.n6.037

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Vol. 10 No. 6 (2025): RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary

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