Q- What is Jallikattu ?
Answer:
Jallikattu is an ancient and traditional sport which is famous in Tamil Nadu, India. It is an integral part of the celebration of Pongal (usually January 15 on the Western calendar). Jallikattu has a tradition which is 2000 years old. In Jallikattu, an agitated bull is set to run in an open space. Several people, empty handed, try to tame it by controlling its horns.
The winner gets a prize, which is generally tied to the horns of the bull. Only men take part in this game. Sometimes, more than one bull is let loose at the same time. The village farmers take this game as a display of their masculine strength. Betting is also common during the game. The one held in Alanganallur, near Madurai, is the most popular. This sport is also known as "Manju Virattu", meaning "chasing the bull".
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