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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Kurash is a sport related to _________
A
wrestling
B
polo
C
volley ball
D
gymnastics
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It means – «reaching the goal with the just or fair way». Since its birth till recent times Kurash was used as a martial art and the public physical entertainment during major holidays, feasts and wedding parties. Kurash is mentioned in many historical sources.

Detailed explanation-2: -Kurash is a form of upright jacket wrestling native to Uzbekistan, practiced since ancient times. It is played by two athletes, one wearing a green jacket and the other a blue jacket. The objective is to try to throw one another to the ground. If thrown to the back, victory is declared.

Detailed explanation-3: -Compared to jujitsu, judo typically has stricter material and size requirements for attire. Kurash, which means grappling or wrestling, is a traditional Uzbek wrestling sport popular in Central Asia. Only standing techniques are allowed. The movements of kurash are clean and focus on one move to control the opponent.

Detailed explanation-4: -Kurash originated in ancient times on the territory of present-day Uzbekistan, it is one of the types of martial arts. The history of kurash has not less than 3500 years.

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