Ardha Padmasana is an Indian translation for the Half-Lotus pose. You can learn this asana as below:

Routine:

• Sit and stretch forward both the legs.
• Bend the right knee.
• Place the right heel near the genitalia.
• Do not allow the right knee to touch the floor.
• Place the left paw on the right thigh.
• Try to touch the waist line with the left heel.
• Keep the spinal chord and the neck straight.

• Place both the palms over the knees in chin or Jnanamudra.

• Close the eyes and relax.
• Remain conscious towards the easy and natural breathing.
  

Contraindication:

• Sciatica.