traditional wrestling
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Poumai Naga Wrestling on Socio-Cultural and Spiritual Significance
Abstract: Traditional wrestling among the Poumai Nagas of Manipur represents an important component of indigenous sporting culture and serves as a significant expression of socio-cultural identity, spirituality, and community values. Beyond its function as a physical contest, wrestling is deeply embedded in the social and ritual life of the community and is closely associated with agricultural festivals, customary practices, and inter-village interactions. The present study aims to explore the socio-cultural and …
Published in Recent Trends in Sports · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 62–74 Read article