Chapter I
INTRODUCTION
“To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.”
~ Buddha
For man, there is nothing more beautiful and valuable than his physique. Education given in respect of physical wellbeing of man is called physical education. Modern thinkers in education emphasize that the best individual is one who physically fit, mentally sound, intellectually sharp, emotionally balanced and socially well adjusted. Therefore, in the modern curriculum of physical education finds its due place.