Dharti ke lal: sons of soil

Abstract

An integral part of physical culture, Pehelwani prevails in India since ancient times and having undergone several changes, it still exists in a slightly different form however it is not as popular as it used to be a few decades ago.Pehelwani influenced the general lifestyle of many individuals, and for centuries it has been appreciated by the masses as the most popular form of entertainment.Certainly it is something which supports the formation of a healthy body residing in a health conscious environment and it is for this reason Pehalwans are so passionate about the Akharas and their Gurus. Governed by various social and economic environment factors there had been many ups and downs in Pehelwani and the lifestyles of Pehelwans By presenting a precise overview which includes how Pehelwani is associated with Hindu mythology, preindependence,post independence and the current times,and therefore, deriving an exact description comprising of its essential ingredients, the project is intended to reveal the social aspects of Pehelwani in an interrogative manner and therefore bringing its current scenario in a realistic way. While covering different kinds of changes that took place in Pehelwani in a rationalistic manner that is to document the reasons behind those changes, the project shall convey, with striking eloquence a message about those aspects of pehelwani which are scarcely given any importance.