Indian Kalarippayattu Federation recognised as Regional Sports Federation

Q.  Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports recognised which organisation as a Regional Sports Federation on 14 September 2015?
- Published on 16 Sep 15

a. Indian Boxing Federation
b. Indian Swimming Federation
c. Indian Basketball Federation
d. Indian Kalarippayattu Federation

ANSWER: Indian Kalarippayattu Federation
 
Kalarippayattu sport is promoted by IKF in India. This is a martial art sports performed in Kerala and TN. Kalari is derived from Sangam literature. It means combat arena and battlefield. This is considered one of the oldest combat arts dating back to 2rd century BC to 2nd century AD.

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