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Indian close quarters fighting techniques

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The Indian close quarters fighting techniques have long and distinct histories, in the many regions of India, where they originated.

Indian close quarters fighting techniques include:
name origin history notes
Karalipayattu Kerala region -1000 (1000BC)
  • Experts believe the roots of Karalipayattu go back to at least 1000 BC.[1]
Silambam Tamil Nadu region -1000 (1000BC)
  • Experts believe the roots of Silambam go back to at least 1000 BC.
Thang-ta
Sarat sarak

References

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  1. ↑ "Kalaripayattu: India's oldest martial art" (video). BBC Home. 2022-05-26. Retrieved 2026-06-29. It is believed to be the oldest surviving martial art in India, with a history spanning over 3,000 years.
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