Fasting and Its Significance

What does the term "Upavasa" refer to?

• A type of meditation

• A vow that refers to fasting

• A religious festival

• A form of exercise

What does "Upa" mean in the context of fasting?

• In proximity

• In solitude

• In abundance

• In silence

What is the meaning of "Vasah" in the context of fasting?

• Eating

• Abiding

• Traveling

• Singing

What is the purpose of fasting according to the text?

• To lose weight

• To gain a mature mind that can appreciate the lord

• To compete with others

• To starve oneself

What is the purpose of Upavasa according to the text?

• To develop titiksa and deal with life's discomforts

• To increase physical strength

• To improve memory

• To enhance creativity

According to Ayurveda, what is considered the best medicine?

• Skipping a meal

• Drinking herbal tea

• Exercising daily

• Sleeping well

On which day of the lunar cycle does Ekadasi occur?

• 5th day

• 11th day

• 15th day

• 20th day

What is the recommended age range for fasting on Ekadasi?

• 5-50 years old

• 10-90 years old

• 8-80 years old

• 18-88 years old

What is Japa primarily known as?

• A form of dance

• An oral form of worship

• A type of yoga

• A musical instrument

What is a key component of Japa?

• Playing an instrument

• Painting a picture

• The repeated chanting of a mantra

• Writing poetry