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Fighting Traditions: Kalaripayattu, Silambam, and India's Indigenous Combat Arts•hard•12 questions•~12 min
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Question 01
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Which of the following is the correct descending order of antiquity (oldest to newest) for the origin/first mention of these martial arts?
1. Kalaripayattu
2. Silambam
3. Kuttu Varisai
4. Inbuan Wrestling
Question 02
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Consider the following pairs of martial arts and their regions:
1. Mardani Khel — Kolhapur, Maharashtra
2. Pari-khanda — Rajasthan
3. Gatka — Punjab
4. Inbuan Wrestling — Mizoram
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Question 03
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With reference to 'Huyen Langlon', consider the following statements:
1. It is the combined system of Thang-ta (armed) and Sarit Sarak (unarmed).
2. It was created by the Meitei people of Manipur.
3. It was practised in three ways, one of which is purely ritualistic and linked to Vedic practices.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 04
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Which of the following martial arts forms the structural basis of the Chhau folk dance?
Question 05
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Consider the following statements about Silambam:
1. It is a form of staff fencing originating in Tamil Nadu.
2. Its creation is credited to Lord Murugan and Sage Agastya.
3. The bamboo staff was mentioned as a trade item in the Silappadikaram.
4. It was banned during British rule.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Question 06
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Which of the following is NOT a technique specifically associated with Kalaripayattu?
Question 07
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The martial art 'Thoda' of Himachal Pradesh is associated with which of the following features?
1. It is held during the Baisakhi festival.
2. Its two teams are called Pashis and Saathis, believed to be descendants of Pandavas and Kauravas.
3. Archers aim for the chest of the opponent to score maximum points.
4. Its name is derived from the round wooden piece attached to the arrowhead.
Select the correct answer:
Question 08
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With reference to the four categories of fights in Musti Yuddha, match the following:
Category — Focus
A. Jambuvanti — 1. Sheer strength
B. Hanumanti — 2. Limb and joint breaking
C. Bhimaseni — 3. Technical superiority
D. Jarasandhi — 4. Locking/holding to submission
Question 09
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Which of the following martial art is correctly described as the 'unarmed component of Silambam' and was first mentioned in Sangam literature?
Question 10
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Consider the following statements about Inbuan Wrestling of Mizoram:
1. It originated around 1750 AD in Dungtlang village.
2. The rules permit kicking but prohibit stepping out of the circle.
3. A contestant wins by lifting the opponent off their feet.
4. It was recognised as a sport after the Mizo people migrated from Burma to Lushai Hills.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Question 11
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Mardani Khel, a traditional armed martial art of Maharashtra, is primarily known for the use of which unique weapons?
Question 12
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Which of the following statements about Kalaripayattu is/are INCORRECT?
1. It is accompanied by drumming and songs during practice.
2. It originated in Tamil Nadu in the 4th century BC.
3. The training hall for this art is called 'Kalari'.
4. Footwork is considered its most important feature.
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