What is 'Kalaripayattu', recently seen in news?

Answer & Explanation

Option: It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India.

Explanation:

Kalaripayattu or the oldest surviving Indian Martial arts is supposedly coming from God's Own Country, which is none other than Kerala. I had the opportunity to witness these amazing artists at work, whose swift movements would stun even the kung-fu experts. Lessons in one of the most famous combat styles in the world will now be taught at Kerala Tourism’s Vellar Crafts Village en route to Kovalam.