When was the 1st Asian Kabaddi Championship held?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer is (c) 1980.

The 1st Asian Kabaddi Championship was held in 1980. Kabaddi, which has its roots in ancient India, gained international recognition through organized tournaments. The Asian Kabaddi Championship was established to promote the sport across Asian nations. Over the years, the sport has grown significantly, with multiple countries actively participating in continental and international tournaments.

• The 1st Asian Kabaddi Championship was held in India.
• The Asian Kabaddi Championship is governed by the Asian Kabaddi Federation (AKF).
• The sport of Kabaddi was included in the Asian Games in 1990.
• India has historically been the dominant force in Kabaddi at both Asian and World levels.
• The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) launched in 2014 further popularized the sport.
• Kabaddi is now played in over 30 countries, including Iran, South Korea, and Pakistan.
• The Kabaddi World Cup, first held in 2004, further established Kabaddi as an international
• Kabaddi is a team sport played between two teams of seven players each, with additional reserve players.