Different Forms of Martial Arts in India
Inbuan Wrestling:
Inbuan Wrestling is a native form of wrestling of the people of Mizoram. This art is said to be originated in the village of Dungtland in 1750 A.D. and was considered as a sport after the Mizo people migrated from Burma to the Lushai Hills. This sport very strict rules prohibiting kicking, stepping out of the circle and even bending of the knees. The objective of the fight is to lift the opponent off his feet while strictly adhering to the rules. One more feature is catching hold of the belt worn by the wrestlers around the waist; it has to remain tight all through the game.
Kuttu Varisai:
Kuttu varisai is an unarmed Dravidian martial art form mainly practiced in Southern India, but this art is also popular in Malaysia and northeast Sri Lanka. The term Kuttu Varisai means ‘empty hand combat’ in Tamil and was first mentioned in Sangam literature in 2nd or 1st centuries BC. This art is used to improve footwork and athleticism through gymnastics, stretching, yoga and breathing exercises. This martial art also makes use of animal-based sets which includes tiger, snake, elephant, eagle and monkey. Striking, grappling, throwing and locking are the major techniques used in this art.