Martial Arts — Set 2
Arts & Culture · मार्शल आर्ट · Questions 11–20 of 50
In which state is the martial art 'Paika Akhada' traditionally performed?
Correct Answer: B. Odisha
• **Odisha** = Paika Akhada is a traditional martial art traditionally performed in Odisha. • **'Paikas'** — Paika Akhada was used to train the 'Paikas' or peasant soldiers. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: West Bengal: Known for Lathi Khela; Assam: Has its own traditional practices but not Paika Akhada; Bihar: Home to Pari-khanda.
'Sarit Sarak' is an unarmed combat style belonging to which state?
Correct Answer: D. Manipur
• **Manipur** = Sarit Sarak is an unarmed combat style belonging to Manipur. • **Thang-ta** — Sarit Sarak is often practiced along with Thang-ta, another martial art from Manipur. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Tripura: Not the origin state of Sarit Sarak; Meghalaya: Not the origin state of Sarit Sarak; Sikkim: Not the origin state of Sarit Sarak.
The martial art 'Inbuan' is a traditional wrestling style native to which state?
Correct Answer: C. Mizoram
• **Mizoram** = Inbuan is a traditional wrestling style native to Mizoram. • **Chapchar Kut festival** — Inbuan is a popular attraction during the Chapchar Kut festival. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Nagaland: Has its own wrestling styles, but not Inbuan; Manipur: Known for Thang-ta and Sarit Sarak; Assam: Not the origin state of Inbuan.
'Squay' is a traditional martial art that involves sword and shield techniques from which region?
Correct Answer: D. Kashmir
• **Kashmir** = Squay is a traditional martial art from Kashmir that involves sword and shield techniques. • **Modern version** — The modern version of Squay is now recognized as a competitive sport. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Uttarakhand: Has other folk traditions, not Squay; Himachal Pradesh: Not the origin region of Squay; Ladakh: A union territory adjacent to Kashmir, but Squay is specifically from the Kashmir valley.
Which state is known for the martial art 'Mallakhamb', which involves performing feats on a vertical pole?
Correct Answer: B. Madhya Pradesh
• **Madhya Pradesh** = Mallakhamb is a martial art from Madhya Pradesh that involves performing feats on a vertical pole. • **12th century** — Mallakhamb originated in the 12th century and is the state sport of Madhya Pradesh. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Maharashtra: Mallakhamb is also popular here, but Madhya Pradesh specifically declared it its state sport; Gujarat: Not the origin state; Rajasthan: Not the origin state.
The 'Niyuddha' style of martial arts is generally associated with which ancient civilization's literature?
Correct Answer: A. Ancient India
• **Niyuddha** = is an ancient Indian martial art mentioned in various Vedic and Epic texts. • **Ancient times** — it focuses on hand-to-hand combat including striking, throwing, and joint locking. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Chinese]: Niyuddha is not documented in Chinese literature; [Mesopotamian]: This civilization had different martial traditions; [Greek]: Ancient Greek martial arts like Pankration are distinct from Niyuddha.
'Malla-yuddha' is the traditional name for which form of combat in India?
Correct Answer: A. Wrestling
• **Malla-yuddha** = is the traditional Indian term for combat wrestling, documented since ancient times. • **Four types** — Hanumanti, Jambuvanti, Jarasandhi, and Bhimaseni are its main divisions. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Sword fighting]: This involves weapons, unlike Malla-yuddha; [Archery]: This is a projectile weapon sport, not wrestling; [Stick fighting]: This is a distinct weapon-based martial art.
The martial art 'Kambala' is a traditional event involving which animals?
Correct Answer: D. Buffaloes
• **Kambala** = is a traditional buffalo race held in the coastal districts of Karnataka. • **Post-harvest season** — it is usually organized in muddy tracks, requiring extreme physical prowess from the handler. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Bulls]: While similar animal events exist, Kambala specifically uses buffaloes; [Camels]: Camel racing is prevalent in deserts, not associated with Kambala; [Horses]: Horse racing is a different sport altogether.
Which martial art from Himachal Pradesh involves the use of a bow and arrow in a rhythmic dance-like manner?
Correct Answer: B. Thoda
• **Thoda** = is a martial art from Himachal Pradesh that combines combat with traditional dance. • **Baisakhi celebrations** — it is a major highlight where two teams use wooden bows and arrows. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Nati]: This is a traditional folk dance, not a martial art with bows and arrows; [Chholiya]: This is a martial dance from Uttarakhand using swords and shields; [Pang Lhabsol]: This is a Sikkimese masked dance, primarily religious, not a martial art with bows and arrows.
The 'Vajra-mushti' martial art utilizes a specific knuckleduster weapon made of which material traditionally?
Correct Answer: B. Ivory or Buffalo horn
• **Vajra-mushti** = is an ancient martial art where combatants use a knuckleduster traditionally made of animal horn or ivory. • **Mysore kings** — this art was historically patronized by them, aiming to strike sensitive points. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Gold]: Gold is too soft and expensive for a combat weapon; [Iron]: While iron is used for many weapons, the traditional material for Vajra-mushti's knuckleduster was horn or ivory; [Bronze]: Bronze was used for various tools and weapons, but not specifically for the Vajra-mushti knuckleduster.