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INVESTIGATORY PROJECT
TITLE: INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS
NAME: CHANDANA.R
CLASS 12 (CBSE)
INDEX
1.INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS
2.TYPES OF INDAIN MARTIAL ARTS
3.KALARIPAYATTU
4.SILAMBAM
5.THANG-TA
6.MALLA YUDHA
7.OTHER FORMS OF INDIAN MARTIAL

ARTS
8.CONCLUSION
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I would like to express my special thanks of gratitude to my

teacher Mrs.Mamatha Madhusushan as well as our principal
Gowri Senthil who gave me the golden opportunity to do this
wonderful project on the topic “INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS”,
which also helped me in doing a lot of research and I came to
know about so many new things I am really thankful to them.
INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS
India, a country rich in culture and ethnic diversity, is recognized for its
numerous martial arts, which date back to ancient times.
These art forms, which were once employed for battle, are now
commonly utilized for demonstration, as part of a ritual, to achieve
physical fitness, or as a way of self-defense.
The term "martial art" literally translates to "arts-related with the

conduct of battle."Dance, yoga, and the performing arts are all strongly
tied to martial arts in the nation.
TYPES OF INDIAN
MARTIAL ARTS
 Kalaripayattu, Kerala
 Silambam, Tamil Nadu
 Gatka, Punjab
 Thang-Ta, Manipur
 Lathi, Punjab and Bengal
 Mardani Khel, Maharashtra
 Pari-Khanda, Bihar.
KALARIPAYATTU
Kalaripayattu is a famous Indian martial art from the
land of attraction Kerala and one of the oldest fighting
systems. It is practiced in most of the parts of south
India.
A Kalari is the school or training hall where martial arts
are taught. It includes strikes, kicks and some weapon-
based practices.
Footwork patterns are the most important key in this art
form.
A few Legend says Parashuram started this art form.
There is no song or drumming involved with this art
form.
SILAMBAM
Silambam is a sophisticated and scientific martial art from Tamil

Nadu that is similar to staff fencing. The game is usually played
on an even hard surface where the players use a bamboo stick
with its length equivalent to their heights. Foot movement is
key element to Silambam. There are sixteen movements needed
to master to keep the pace with the movement of the stick. It
also uses animal movements like that of the snake,
tiger ,etc. During their reigns, the Pandyas, Cholas, and Cheras
promoted it.
THANG-TA
Thang-Ta “The Art of the Sword and Spear” is the traditional martial art
of Manipur in Northeast India. It integrates various external weapons
like the sword, spear, dragger, etc. With the internal practice of physical
control through soft movements coordinated with the rhythms of
breathing this art form can be mastered. It is part of the great heroic
tradition of Manipur.
The unarmed aspect of Thang-Ta is named SARIT-SARAT.
Traditionally, it is taught after competence in weapons has gained .It
uses footwork and handwork forms, with a liberal dose of the native
wrestling style.
It is practiced in 3 different ways:
 Firstly, ritualistic in nature linked with tantric practices,

 Secondly, the mesmerizing performance of sword and sword
dances
 Thirdly, is the actual technique of fighting.
MALLA YUDHA
Malla-yuddha is the traditional form of combat-wrestling originating from the
Indian subcontinent.
The unarmed type fighting, includes body to body which is intended to

subdue the opponent on the ground .
Malla-yuddha incorporates grappling, joint-breaking, punching, biting,

choking and pressure point. Hence these techniques are banned while
sporting.
It is closely related to Southeast Asian wrestling styles such as naban and is

the ancestor of Indian wrestling is described in the 13th century Malla
Purana.
Malla-yuddha is divided into four categories. Each yuddhan is named after

Hindu gods and legendary fighters:
o Hanumanti – for technical superiority

o Jambuvanti – focuses on locking and holding till opponent gives
up.
o Jarasandhi – breaking limbs and joints
o Bhimaseni – focuses on sheer strength .
OTHER FORMS OF INDIAN
MARTIAL ARTS
The Kannada fighting arts are taught exclusively at traditional

training halls or garadi mane. Disciplines include unarmed
combat (kai varase), staff-fighting (kolu varase) and sword-
fighting (katti varase) among various other weapons. These are
most often seen today only during choreographed
demonstrations at festivals.
The Marathas developed their fighting style based on the state's

hilly geography. Mardani khel today teaches armed techniques
for use in single combat as well as defense against several
opponents. Other weapons include the sword, shield, spear,
dagger, kukri, double deer horns, and bow and arrow.
“Pari-khanda” is a fighting form created by Rajputs and is still

practiced in many parts of Bihar. “Pari” means shield and
“khanda” means sword according “Chhau” region, therefore this
art uses sword and shield for fighting.
CONCLUSION
Martial arts flourish in Indian Culture. Martial arts
is an act of self defense that everyone can learn
easily and master it if they have the willpower to do
it and it will be useful if we know the right method
and the technique with an effective strategy.
Consistent training not only prepares the mind and
body to fight back in a violent scenario, but also aids
the body in fighting disease, staying flexible, strong,
and energetic as individual’s age. Martial arts can
help you relieve tension and unleash pent-up energy.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
 https://www.insightsonindia.com
 https://prepp.in
 https://blackbeltwiki.com
 https://en.wikipedia.org
 https://www.drishtiias.com
 https://www.dreamstime.com

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2.TYPES OF INDAIN MARTIAL ARTS

7.OTHER FORMS OF INDIAN MARTIAL

I would like to express my special thanks of gratitude to my

The term "martial art" literally translates to "arts-related with the

 Silambam, Tamil Nadu

 Lathi, Punjab and Bengal

 Mardani Khel, Maharashtra

Silambam is a sophisticated and scientific martial art from Tamil

 Firstly, ritualistic in nature linked with tantric practices,

The unarmed type fighting, includes body to body which is intended to

Malla-yuddha incorporates grappling, joint-breaking, punching, biting,

It is closely related to Southeast Asian wrestling styles such as naban and is

Malla-yuddha is divided into four categories. Each yuddhan is named after

o Hanumanti – for technical superiority

The Kannada fighting arts are taught exclusively at traditional

The Marathas developed their fighting style based on the state's

“Pari-khanda” is a fighting form created by Rajputs and is still

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