Home / Ancient History Batch / ART_MIS_2014_15 Martial Arts and Performing Traditions UPSC Archival Analysis Exam Year 2014 Evidence Source Link ID: ART_MIS_2014_15 Ref: The Encyclopedia of Indian Arts and Culture With reference to India's culture and tradition, what is 'Kalaripayattu'? A. It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South IndiaB. It is an ancient style bronze and brasswork still found in southern part of Coromandel areaC. It is an ancient form of dance-drama and a living tradition in the northern part of MalabarD. It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India