Statement 1 is correct: Hath Yoga practices (involving postures, breath control, cleansing techniques, etc.) were significantly developed and propagated by the Nathpanthi tradition, which traces its origins to figures like Gorakhnath. Statement 2 is also correct: Historical evidence suggests cultural and spiritual exchange between Indian yogic traditions and Sufism in medieval India. Many Sufi masters and orders adopted or were influenced by certain yogic practices and concepts, including techniques related to breath control and meditation which overlap with Hath Yoga.
With reference to Hath Yog, which of the following statement is/are correct? 1. Hath Yog was practiced by Nathpanthis. 2. Hath Yug technique was also adopted by the Sufis. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Bhakti and Sufi Movement (Socio-Cultural and Syncretic Impact of Sufism on Indian Society)
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