Q. It is a traditional martial art that originated in the Vijayanagar Empire in the state of Karnataka.:It is characterized by the use of a knuckleduster to strike the opponent. .:
Which one of the following martial arts is described above?
Answer: C
Notes:
Vajra Mushti Kalaga is a traditional Indian martial art form that originated in Karnataka during the Vijayanagar Empire. It is a form of wrestling that uses a knuckleduster, called a vajra mushti, to strike the opponent. The vajra mushti is usually made of ivory or buffalo horn and has small spikes at the knuckles.
The goal of Vajra Mushti Kalaga is to draw blood from the opponent’s head. The wrestlers use a variety of techniques, including grappling, striking, and takedowns, to try to land a blow on the opponent’s head.
Vajra Mushti Kalaga was once a popular form of wrestling in Karnataka, but it has declined in popularity in recent years. It is still occasionally performed during the Dasara festival in Mysore, Karnataka.
Source: ForumIAS
