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Gilli-Danda rules & regulations
A SportSupport summary of the Gilli-Danda rulebook used by State associations in India. This is our own sport profile, not an official Government of India or IOC classification, and it is a reference rather than a substitute for the current rulebook.
Indian governing/organising body
State associations
Format
Standard competition formats under State associations
Players
As per the official rulebook of the federation
Duration
As specified by the competition's playing conditions
Scoring
Gilli-Danda is scored according to the official rules published by the governing body
Key rules
- Gilli-Danda follows the international rulebook adopted by State associations.
- Officials' decisions on the field of play are final unless a formal review system is in effect.
- Doping control follows NADA / WADA protocols for all senior competitions.
Equipment
- Standard kit and equipment as specified in the official rulebook