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'''Thang-ta''' or '''huyen lallong''' is a weapon-based [[Indian martial art]] created by the [[Meitei people|Meitei]] of [[Manipur]]. In the [[Manipuri language]], ''thang'' means sword and ''ta'' means spear, referring to the art's primary weapons. The spear can be used in its non-missile form while in close or thrown from afar. Other weapons include the shield and the axe. |
'''Thang-ta''' or '''huyen lallong''' is a weapon-based [[Indian martial art]] created by the [[Meitei people|Meitei]] of [[Manipur]].<ref>[http://www.india-north-east.com/2010/12/thang-ta-martial-art-dance.html Thang Ta - the martial art dance], ''India-north-east.com''</ref> In the [[Manipuri language]], ''thang'' means sword and ''ta'' means spear, referring to the art's primary weapons. The spear can be used in its non-missile form while in close or thrown from afar. Other weapons include the shield and the axe. |
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Because of [[Manipur]]'s cultural similarity, geographic proximity and ethnic ties with [[Myanmar]], thang-ta is closely related to [[banshay]]. Both can be practiced in three different ways: ritual, demonstration and combat. The first way is related to the tantric practices and is entirely ritualistic in nature. The second way consists of a spectacular performance involving sword and spear dances. These dances can be converted into actual fighting practices. The third way is the true combat application. |
Because of [[Manipur]]'s cultural similarity, geographic proximity and ethnic ties with [[Myanmar]], thang-ta is closely related to [[banshay]]. Both can be practiced in three different ways: ritual, demonstration and combat. The first way is related to the tantric practices and is entirely ritualistic in nature. The second way consists of a spectacular performance involving sword and spear dances. These dances can be converted into actual fighting practices. The third way is the true combat application. |
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| Also known as | Huyen Lalong |
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| Focus | Weaponry |
| Country of origin |  Manipur, India |
| Olympic sport | No |
| Meaning | Sword-spear |
Template:Indian martial arts sidebar Thang-ta or huyen lallong is a weapon-based Indian martial art created by the Meitei of Manipur.[1] In the Manipuri language, thang means sword and ta means spear, referring to the art's primary weapons. The spear can be used in its non-missile form while in close or thrown from afar. Other weapons include the shield and the axe.
Because of Manipur's cultural similarity, geographic proximity and ethnic ties with Myanmar, thang-ta is closely related to banshay. Both can be practiced in three different ways: ritual, demonstration and combat. The first way is related to the tantric practices and is entirely ritualistic in nature. The second way consists of a spectacular performance involving sword and spear dances. These dances can be converted into actual fighting practices. The third way is the true combat application.
The earliest record of thang-ta and its sibling Sarit Sarak dates back from the early 17th century. Warriors would arrange to fight one-on-one as a way of settling feuds or disputes. The day before a duel, fighters might eat dinner together. While thang-ta involves using weapons against one or more opponents, Sarit Sarak is the art of fighting empty-handed against armed or unarmed opponents, but on many occasions there is a combined approach to the training of these two systems. Martial arts were banned during the British occupation of the region, but the 1950s saw a resurgence of the traditional fighting systems. Today thang-ta is the most popular of Meitei martial arts,[2] practiced by both men and women. It is most often seen through demonstrations in cultural programs.[2] In recent years thang-ta has been promoted as a sport all over India and also as a self-defence tactical subject. Every year thang-ta competitions are held at school, district, state and national level. The promotion of thang-ta as a sport helped in the cause of its promotion and spread from Manipur to the whole of India, particularly Jammu and Kashmir. Manipur and Jammu & Kashmir are currently the strongest contenders at the national level.
In 2009 Gurumayum Gourakishor Sharma, a leading exponent and teacher of thang-ta, received the high Padma Shri honor award from the Indian Government for his contributions to the preservation and advancement of the art.[3][4]
See also
References
- ^ Thang Ta - the martial art dance, India-north-east.com
- ^ a b [1] Manipur Page
- ^ Manipur martial art guru gets Padmashri, 2009-01-28, retrieved 2009-07-24,
... Gurumayum Gourakishore Sharma, who is well-known for his invaluable contribution in the field of thang-ta, the traditional martial art, has been conferred the prestigious Padmashri award ...
{{citation}}: Unknown parameter|newspapere=ignored (help) - ^ "Guru G. Gourakishor, the master of Manipuri martial art form", AndhraNews.net, 2009-04-24,
... Guru G. Gourakishor Sharma was recently conferred the coveted Padamshree award for 2008-2009 to honour his lifetime contribution to Manipuri Martial Art, Thang-Ta ...
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