Q: 87 (IAS/2014)
question_subject:
History
question_exam:
IAS
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Kalaripayattu is an ancient martial art form that originated in the present-day state of Kerala, India. It is considered to be one of the oldest martial arts in the world, with a history dating back over 3,000 years. Kalaripayattu includes physical exercises, self-defense techniques, and weapons training. The art form is traditionally taught in a Gurukul system, where students live with their guru (teacher) and learn the art form through rigorous training and discipline. Kalaripayattu is known for its dynamic movements, acrobatics, and weapon skills, and is still practiced in some parts of South India as a form of self-defense and cultural tradition.