Explain the three kind of asanas?

Asanas can be divided into cultural, meditative, and relaxing asanas. These three types of asanas/postures have different purposes and techniques. The three types are: Meditative Poses, Relaxation Poses, and the Cultural Poses.

1. Meditative Poses/Asanas
   The Meditative Poses are divided into Eight Parts known as the Eight Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga. The Meditative Poses are very important when practicing the breathing exercises and meditation. One should strive to sit in any one of the four top positions for one to two hours at a stretch without moving.
2. Relaxation Poses/Asanas
   The asanas for relaxation are designed in a way that there is no need to contract any muscle. It is important to practice them exactly so your body can come to a deep relaxation and is not just lying on the floor.
3. Cultural Poses/Asanas
   The Cultural Poses are the asanas that imitate various aspects of God in the form of animals and divine states of being. Shaktiananda Yoga postures include the 12 Basic Asanas and more advanced variations of these and more.