Jyoti Trataka Sadhana: A Historical  Study from the Vedic Period the Modern Era

Author(s)	Mr. Jay Krishna Sahu, Dr. Amitabh Tiwari, Dr. Vipendra Singh Parmar, Dr. Ram Kishor Gupta
Country	India
Abstract	Jyoti Trataka is a traditional yogic concentration technique involving steady gazing at a fixed light source. It has historical roots in ancient Indian traditions and is now gaining recognition in modern cognitive science .Objective: To analyze the historical evolution of Jyoti Trataka from the Vedic period to the modern era and to examine its effects on psychological and cognitive parameters. Methodology: A total of 40 participants (aged 18–25 years) were randomly divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group practiced Jyoti Trataka for 15 minutes daily over 8 weeks. Pre- and post-tests were conducted using standardized psychological scales. Statistical analysis was performed using paired t-test and ANOVA. Results: Significant improvements were observed in concentration (68%), mental calmness (72%), stress reduction (64%), and emotional stability (70%). Statistical analysis revealed significance at p < 0.05.
Keywords	Jyoti Trataka, Yoga, Concentration, Meditation, Cognitive Function, Mental Health, Neuroplasticity
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-07
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.75466

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