The introduction of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 represents a landmark reform in India’s educational landscape, emphasizing a shift from fragmented learning to a more integrated and holistic model of education. Among its many transformative provisions, the inclusion of Yoga Education emerges as a significant step toward nurturing the multidimensional development of learners. This paper explores the role of Yoga Education within the philosophical and practical framework of NEP 2020, highlighting its relevance in fostering physical health, cognitive competence, emotional balance, ethical sensitivity, and spiritual awareness. Drawing upon classical yogic principles, contemporary educational theory, and recent empirical studies, the paper critically examines how yoga can be effectively integrated into school and teacher education systems. It further discusses pedagogical strategies, institutional challenges, and the evolving scope of yoga in modern education. The study argues that Yoga Education offers a culturally rooted yet globally relevant approach to addressing current educational challenges, including stress, lack of focus, and value erosion. By aligning ancient wisdom with contemporary needs, Yoga Education under NEP 2020 has the potential to cultivate balanced, reflective, and socially responsible individuals.
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