Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that has gained international recognition and is now included in the physical education curriculum for Class 12 students in India. This indigenous game originated in ancient India and has been played for centuries as a popular rural sport.
The game involves two teams of seven players each, where one player from the attacking team （known as the raider） enters the opponent\“s half of the court while chanting kabaddi repeatedly without taking a breath. The raider\“s objective is to touch as many defenders as possible and return to their own half, while the defenders try to stop the raider from returning by tackling them.
Kabaddi requires excellent physical fitness, including strength, speed, agility, and breath control. Students learn various techniques such as raiding moves, defensive formations, and team strategies. The sport promotes physical endurance, quick reflexes, and strategic thinking.
In Class 12 physical education, students study the rules, regulations, and official playing techniques of kabaddi. They also learn about the history and development of the sport, its inclusion in international competitions like the Asian Games, and the formation of professional leagues like the Pro Kabaddi League in India. |
