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Kalaripayattu
- 05 Feb 2024
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Haryana youth made significant strides in embracing Kalaripayattu, securing the second position, just after Kerala at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023.
- Kalari Payat (Kalaripayattu) meaning 'Battleground' or 'Gymnasium'- (Kalari), 'Method' or 'Art' - (Payatt), also known as Kalari, is an Indian martial art that originated in Kerala during the 3rd century BC to the 2nd century AD. It is now practised in Kerala and in some parts of Tamil Nadu.
- It is considered one of the oldest and most scientific martial arts in the world, with a history spanning over 3,000 years.
- Kalaripayattu, a personal combat training system includes exercises to develop sharp reflexes for unarmed combat and skilful fighting using sticks, daggers, knives, spears, swords, shields, etc.
Read more: 6th Edition of Khelo India Youth Games, Martial Art Forms in India
