Yoga

The UN recognition of the International Yoga Day is a watermark in our

cultural history. Some might think that this is trivial and
inconsequential. After all, almost everything these days has a day
dedicated to it.

But the importance of International Yoga Day lies in the global

institutional recognition now accorded to Yoga. Yoga is no more a
mystical, oriental construct. It is a very real contribution from India to
the World.

Besides, the spiritual and philosophical elements of Yoga, it is now seen

in light of the tangible health benefits.

In todays culture of fast-paced consumerism, we must be careful not

to package it in a commercial form. Cultural appropriation must not
mean losing sight of the fundamentals.