Question

In which of the following pranayama during inhalation a peculiar sound is produced owing to the partial closing of glottis?

• A. Bhramari
• B. Sheetali
• C. Nadi- shodhan
• D. Ujjayi

Hint:

Glottis partly closed gives an ocean-like sound in Ujjayi.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Focus on the key words:
The clues are "during inhalation", "peculiar sound" and "partial closing of glottis". We need a breath practice with all three.

Step 2: Test each practice against the clues:
Bhramari has sound but on exhalation and by humming. Sheetali is inhalation but through the rolled tongue with no glottis sound. Nadi-shodhan is silent alternate nostril breathing.

Step 3: Find the match:
Ujjayi is the only one where the throat is slightly narrowed and a sound is made as the breath is drawn in. So it fits every clue.

Final Answer:
Only Ujjayi fits all the clues. \[\boxed{4}\]