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Olympic push for kho kho, India's ancient tag sport

The article discusses the efforts to include Kho-Kho, an ancient Indian tag sport, in the Olympics. Kho-Kho, which has roots dating back to the 4th century BC, involves two teams of twelve players each, with nine players from each team playing at a time. The game is known for its simplicity, requiring minimal equipment, and its fast-paced, strategic gameplay. The push for Olympic inclusion is driven by the Kho-Kho Federation of India, which has been working to modernize the sport, increase its international presence, and gain recognition from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Recent developments include the formation of the World Kho-Kho Federation and the sport's inclusion in the South Asian Games. The article highlights the cultural significance of Kho-Kho in India, its potential to promote fitness and sportsmanship, and the challenges it faces in gaining global acceptance and standardization.

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