With reference to Hath Yog, which of the following statement is/are correct?

1. Hath Yog was practiced by Nathpanthis.
2. Hath Yog technique was also adopted by the Sufis.

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The correct answer is “Both 1 and 2”.

The Nathpanthis, a group of Hindu ascetics, were among the earliest practitioners of Hatha Yoga. They believed in the unification of the body and mind through yogic practices.

The Sufis, a mystical branch of Islam, also incorporated Hatha Yoga techniques into their spiritual practices. They believed that physical and spiritual disciplines were interconnected and could lead to divine union.