Article Title: International Yoga Day 2025
21-06-2025
History & Art and Culture Current Affairs Analysis
Context
• An annual global observance promoting yoga as a holistic health practice for mind-body balance, harmony with nature, and sustainable well-being.
• Officially recognised by UNGA resolution 69/131 on Dec 11, 2014.
• First celebrated globally on June 21, 2015.
• Theme (2025): “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” — emphasising the link between personal well-being and planetary health, aligned with India’s G20 One Earth vision.
Objectives
1. Promote physical, mental, emotional well-being through yoga.
2. Foster global awareness on yoga’s health and environmental benefits.
3. Encourage integration of yoga into daily life for sustainable living.
4. Strengthen India’s cultural diplomacy
Key Features
lGlobal Movement: Adopted by 175 UN member states and participation grown to 24.53 crore globally in 2024.
lMass Participation: Led by Ministry of AYUSH, with support from state govts, embassies, UN bodies.
lInclusive Message: Logo and theme promote unity, harmony with nature, and mind body integration.
lCultural Diplomacy: Strengthens India’s image as the cradle of yoga tradition and global wellness leader.
lSustainability Alignment: Highlights yoga’s role in health, climate consciousness, and sustainable development.
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