Compulsory Yoga Protocol for MBBS Students- Students’ Perspective

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dc.contributor.authorTiwari, Sen_US
dc.contributor.authorKadarkar, Ken_US
dc.contributor.authorAwasthi, Sen_US
dc.date.accessioned2025-08-13T08:38:48Z
dc.date.available2025-08-13T08:38:48Z
dc.date.issued2025-06
dc.description.abstractBackground: The National Medical Commission (NMC) introduced a compulsory Yoga module in the foundation course of MBBS students as part of Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME). Yoga is well known for its mental and physical benefits, including stress reduction and improved focus. This study aimed to explore students’ perspectives on the compulsory Yoga protocol. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 417 MBBS students (batches 2018–2022) from two medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Data were collected using a pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS v.24. Results: Most participants were from First MBBS and aged 21–25 years. Academic stress (70%), time mismanagement (33%), and internet distractions (14%) were cited as major hurdles. A majority (95%) agreed on the necessity of Yoga in the MBBS curriculum, citing benefits like improved mental health, relaxation, and stress relief. About 70% did not associate Yogasanas with religion, and 84% expressed willingness to continue Yoga. Most reported satisfaction with Yoga arrangements, especially the involvement of certified trainers. Around 93% felt more energetic and focused post-session and 83% reported regular involvement in physical activities like walking and running. Conclusion: The compulsory Yoga protocol was well-received by MBBS students and found effective in alleviating stress and enhancing focus. Regular integration of Yoga in medical education could promote long-term wellness and improve the quality of life for medical studentsen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsAssociate Professor, Dept of Community Medicine, People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bhanpur, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsAssistant Professor, Dept of Community Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Satara, Maharashtra, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsAssociate Professor, Dept of Paediatrics, People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bhanpur, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.citationTiwari S, Kadarkar K, Awasthi S. Compulsory Yoga Protocol for MBBS Students- Students’ Perspective. SSR Institute of International Journal of Life Sciences. 2025 Jun; 11(3): 7519-7524en_US
dc.identifier.issn2581-8740
dc.identifier.issn2581-8732
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/250029
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherSociety for Scientific Researchen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber3en_US
dc.relation.volume11en_US
dc.source.urihttps://dx.doi.org/10.21276/SSR-IIJLS.2025.11.3.30en_US
dc.subjectFeedbacken_US
dc.subjectMBBS studenten_US
dc.subjectYogaen_US
dc.subjectNational Medical Commission (NMC)en_US
dc.subjectNew Competency based Medical Educationen_US
dc.titleCompulsory Yoga Protocol for MBBS Students- Students’ Perspectiveen_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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