44) According to Patanjali, the path of Yoga has ____ number of limbsa.12b.8c.none of thesed.4

According to Patanjali, the path of Yoga has a certain number of limbs. The options provided are:

a. 12 b. 8 c. none of these d. 4

To determine the correct answer, we need to refer to Patanjali's teachings on the limbs of Yoga. Patanjali's Yoga Sutras outline the eight limbs of Yoga, known as Ashtanga Yoga. These eight limbs are:

1. Yama (ethical principles)
2. Niyama (self-discipline)
3. Asana (physical postures)
4. Pranayama (breath control)
5. Pratyahara (withdrawal of senses)
6. Dharana (concentration)
7. Dhyana (meditation)
8. Samadhi (union with the divine)

Therefore, the correct answer is option b. 8.