Ahimsa - Yoga Starts Here - Poster. Indigo Colour Variant.What is Ahimsa? Ahimsa is the principle of nonviolence toward all living beings, rooted in compassion and respect for life. Why should humans practice it? Humans should practice Ahimsa to promote peace, reduce suffering, and foster harmony with all living beings. Ahimsa is the highest duty. Even if we cannot practice it in full, we must try to understand its spirit and refrain as far as humanly possible from violence. Mahatma Gandhi Our task must be