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UPSC 2014: With reference to India’s culture and tradition, what is ‘Kalaripayattu’?
(a)It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India
(b)It is an ancient style bronze and brasswork still found in southern part of Coromandel area
(c)It is an ancient form of dance-drama and a living tradition in the northern part of Malabar
(d)It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India
Kalaripayattu is an ancient weapon-based martial art that originated in present-day Kerala and continues to be practised in parts of South India. It is not a bhakti cult, metal craft, or dance-drama form. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalaripayattu?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (d): It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2014, GS Paper 1, as Question 87. It falls under Art & Culture > Festivals, Crafts & Folk Traditions.
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