Kuruntadi, Kuruṇṭāḍi: 1 definition

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Kuruntadi means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Source: Knowledge Traditions & Practices of India: Martial Arts Traditions: A Survey (h)

Kuruṇṭāḍi refers to a fighting tradition of India, as defined according to ancient Indian martial arts (dhanurveda).—Kuruṇṭāḍi is played with short bamboo sticks roughly of two-palm length. Kuruṇṭaḍi is performed to the accompaniment of drums and music and each stroke is aimed at a particular varṇam or vital spots of the human body. It is an art that gives training in physical combat.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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