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Jallikattu (or Sallikkattu ), also known as Eru Taḻuvuṭal and Manju-virattu, [2] is a traditional event in which a zebu bull ( Bos indicus ), such as the Pulikulam [3] or Kangayam breeds, [4] is released into a crowd of people, and many human participants attempt to grab the large hump on the bull's back with both arms and hang on to it while th...
Jan 13, 2020 · Jallikattu, a popular bull taming sport held during Pongal, is set to take place in Madurai district. The three main venues where the sport will take place in are Palamedu, Alanganallur and...
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May 22, 2023 · What is Jallikattu? Jallikattu, also known as eruthazhuvuthal, is a bull taming sport in which contestants attempt to tame a bull for a prize, if they fail, the bull owner wins the prize. The term "Jallikattu" combines the words "Calli" (coins) and "Kattu" (tie), representing the practice of attaching a bundle of coins to the bull's horns.
Jan 19, 2017 · What is Jallikattu? Jallikaatu could be referred to as bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal...
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Jan 15, 2020 · Jallikattu is a rural traditional sport in Tamil Nadu that involves taming a bull by grabbing its hump. Learn about its origins, evolution, significance and challenges in this article from Saha Sutra, an online resource on Indian arts and culture.
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Jan 17, 2023 · From sallikattu, a ritual that had its origin in the Indus Valley Civilisation some 4,000 years ago, to a sport deep-rooted in Tamil culture, jallikattu has come a long way. TNIE spoke to eminent...
May 18, 2023 · India's Supreme Court has upheld a law allowing Jallikattu, a controversial bull-taming festival popular in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The practice - first banned by a court in 2006 - was...
