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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 44

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 3 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q44

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With which of the following states is Jallikattu, the traditional bull-taming sport, associated?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e Tamil Nadu.

 

  • Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport played during Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu, especially in districts like Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, and Theni.

  • It is a symbol of Tamil culture and pride, and the bulls used are of native breeds like Kangayam and Pulikulam.

  • The sport has also sparked legal and animal rights debates, but it continues under cultural protection.