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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2002 GS-I
Question

The expounder of yoga philosophy is:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Patanjali

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Patanjali”.
Patanjali is considered the "Father of Yoga" and is best known for his seminal work, the Yoga Sutras, which is a foundational text of yoga philosophy.

The Yoga Sutras, compiled around 2nd century BCE, provide a systematic exposition of yoga's principles and practices, encompassing physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and ethical guidelines.

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