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In kabaddi, players (Raiders) try to touch opponents court without getting caught. They have to hold their breath and keep saying "Kabaddi, Kabaddi." It's a game that needs strength, quickness, and good lung power.
Fast-paced and strategic, Kho-Kho involves chasing and tagging opponents who are "safe" between two teammates (called "Kho"). Teams score points by tagging opponents and avoid getting caught themselves.
This game requires a stick (Danda) and a small piece of wood (Gilli). Players hit the Gilli with the Danda and then run to score points before it's caught by the opposing team. A childhood favorite in many parts of India.
This ancient Indian board game is considered the precursor to modern chess. It involved strategic movement of chariots, elephants, cavalry, and foot soldiers on a checkered board.
A simple and timeless game enjoyed by children around the world, marbles are also popular in India. Players use their thumbs to flick glass or clay marbles at each other's, trying to knock them out of the playing ring.
This game like a tug-of-war from Tamil Nadu. Instead of a short rope, they use a long one. Teams pull on each end of the rope while singing songs and chanting together. It is played during harvest festivals in rural areas.
Kids play Lattu, trying to make their Lattu spin for as long as possible by winding it up with a string and giving it a good launch. Lattu comes in all kinds of shapes and sizes, making it even more exciting to play!
Also known as "Lagori", Peetho is played with a ball and a set-up of seven flat stones. The objective is to hit the pile of stones (Peetho) with the ball while the opposing team tries to catch it.
Calling all Kiddo racers! Turn old tires into speedy racers! Find a safe, open space and a stick. Zoom! Push your tire with the stick, fastest to the finish wins! Fun for one, or race friends!
A simple board game where players roll a dice to move their pawns. The game is filled with ladders that can help players advance quickly and snakes that can set them back.