International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st every year to raise awareness of the health benefits of yoga. It was first proposed by the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his address to the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. Over 190 countries around the world have recognized International Yoga Day in order to promote physical and mental well-being.

Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India. Many researchers believe it was created over 5,000 years ago. It is based on the union between the mind, body, and spirit. It consists of physical postures or asanas, breathing techniques, and meditation. Yoga is known to offer numerous health benefits such as improving flexibility, reducing stress, and increasing one's energy levels.

International Yoga Day was proposed by the United Nations to promote global awareness of the benefits of yoga. It encourages people to practice and appreciate yoga as a way to improve their physical and mental health. Every year, countries around the world observe this day with various events and rallies. During these events, yoga practitioners from various parts of the world come together to demonstrate asanas, talk about the benefits of yoga, and how practice it correctly.

International Yoga Day is a reminder of the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being. It is also a way to recognize the ancient practice and its numerous benefits. The day is celebrated with festivals, competitions, lectures, and workshops. It is an ideal occasion to recognize the importance of yoga and learn how to practice it correctly. There is no better way to pay homage to the ancient Indian practice of yoga than celebrating International Yoga Day.