Karate is a Japanese martial art that involves techniques like blocks, strikes, and throws. It was founded in Okinawa by Master Gichin Funakoshi and emphasizes defense over victory. There are over 45 million practitioners worldwide. Karate training involves basic drills called kihon, forms called kata practiced alone or with others, and sparring called kumite. Belts of different colors denote a student's skill level. Karate teaches defense, discipline, confidence, flexibility, and strength. The document proposes opening a karate school that could earn a profit of Rs. 600,000 per year to fund non-Olympic sports tournaments.