What are the main objectives of physical education?
Physical development: Development of organ systems such as circulatory system, nervous system, muscular system, digestive system etc.
Mental development: Physical activities require alertness of mind, deep concentration and calculated movement. This objective is related to the mental development of an individual.
Social development: This objective is related to the development of social traits, which are essential for better adjustment in life. It is a better source for attaining the qualities like. Co-operation, fair play, sportsmanship, tolerance, and sympathy.
Neuro Muscular Co-ordination: This objective is centered with a better relationship between nervous system. Education provides ample opportunities for physical neuromuscular coordination.
Emotional Development: The emotional development of an individual is also one of the major objectives of physical education. Every individual has various types of emotions viz. Pleasure, hope, jealousy, hatredness, fear, depression, anger, wonder, lust, loneliness etc.
Development of Health: This develops healthy related habits through health education. This also provides education about the prevention of communicable diseases.
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