This is a typical pose that many people in the Indian subcontinent adopt, particularly when performing puja (prayer). Since it enables them to sit steadily for an extended period, children are taught to sit in this manner from an early age. Many meditate in this posture. Padma means lotus flower. A person sits in a cross-legged posture placing his/her feet on the opposite thighs.
Benefits
It helps in digestion, knee pain, managing diabetes, calming the nervous system, managing stress, and increasing one’s focus and concentration.