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The katar is a type of Indian dagger characterized by its flat, triangular blade and a unique handle. This handle consists of two parallel bars joined by a crosspiece, designed to be gripped by the hand. Its convenient size made it easy to conceal and draw, offering advantages over a sword in certain situations. The katar is a short stabbing knife, distinct from a sword, though the line between a long dagger and a short sword could be blurred in ancient and medieval times.12

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