The book is written according to two-year BEd programme following NCTE Regulations, 2014 keeping in mind the needs of the learners. To meet the modern social needs, Health and Physical Education has been included for the first time in the present BEd Curriculum. We have tried to highlight various concepts of Health and Physical Education and its prospect through this book. We think this book is able to help the learners to acquire expected learning outcome properly. It is hoped that this book will serve the interest and purpose of its readers and they will be able to inspire their students in future.

We considered various books, e-journals, blogs and different websites during the composition of this book. We are thankful to the authors of those books and journals which we considered during the composition of the book. We have also followed different suggestions given by various experts in this field. While writing this book, we have taken much care and attention to furnish materials in conformity with the syllabus prescribed for the BEd students of various Universities. Some exercises have been given with specific questions and hints to the answers in the end of every chapter for helping learners.

Special words of thanks are due to all well-wishers for their kind co-operation in the successful completion of the book. We are thankful for their blessings and inspiration and continuous support. We also gratefully acknowledge those who rendered immense help and support either directly or indirectly in completion of this book.