Arjuna Award — Set 3
Awards & Honors · अर्जुन पुरस्कार · Questions 21–30 of 70
In the context of Arjuna Award, what is the 'Statuette' made of?
Correct Answer: C. Bronze
The award consists of a bronze statuette depicting Arjuna with his bow. This metal was chosen to provide a classic and durable look to the prestigious trophy. It is one of the most recognizable trophies in the Indian sports fraternity.
Who was the first woman to receive the Arjuna Award in the discipline of Lawn Tennis?
Correct Answer: D. Lakshmi Mahadevan
Lakshmi Mahadevan was the first female tennis player to be honored with the award in 1964. She was a dominant force in Indian women's tennis during the 1960s. She achieved this honor long before the professional era of Sania Mirza.
Which famous mountaineer was awarded the Arjuna Award in 1965 after the successful Everest expedition?
Correct Answer: D. A.S. Cheema
Avtar Singh Cheema was the first Indian to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1965. His entire team was recognized with Arjuna Awards for their historic achievement. This was a unique instance where a large group from a single expedition received the honor.
Who was the first golfer to be awarded the Arjuna Award in 1961?
Correct Answer: D. P.G. Sethi
Prem Gopal Sethi, popularly known as Billoo Sethi, was the first golfer to receive this honor. He was the only amateur to ever win the Indian Open. His contribution helped in popularizing golf as a competitive sport in India.
Which sport had the most recipients (nine) of the Arjuna Award in a single year (1965)?
Correct Answer: A. Mountaineering
The correct answer is 'Mountaineering'. In 1965, nine mountaineers were awarded simultaneously for the successful first Indian ascent of Everest. The government decided to honor the collective effort of the climbers and support staff. Usually, only one or two people per sport are awarded in a year.
Who was the first woman to win an Arjuna Award in Squash?
Correct Answer: C. Bhuvneshwari Kumari
Bhuvneshwari Kumari received the award in 1982 for her exceptional dominance in squash. She held the national title for a record 16 consecutive years. She is often called the 'Queen of Squash' in India.
In which year did the government decide that no more than 15 Arjuna Awards would be given in a regular year?
Correct Answer: A. 2001
The guidelines were revised in 2001 to limit the number of awards to maintain their exclusivity. However, exceptions are made in years following major events like the Olympics or Asian Games. The committee can recommend more names if there are extraordinary performances.
Who was the first chess player to be honored with the Arjuna Award in 1961?
Correct Answer: B. Manuel Aaron
Manuel Aaron was the first Indian to become an International Master in Chess. He was rightfully chosen as the first chess player to receive the Arjuna Award. He also served as the secretary of the All India Chess Federation for many years.
The Arjuna Award is exclusively for?
Correct Answer: B. Sportspersons
The Arjuna Award is specifically designed to recognize the achievements of active sportspersons. Other categories like Dronacharya (coaches) and Dhyan Chand (lifetime contribution) serve different roles. Journalists and referees have separate state or private recognition schemes.
Which woman was the first to receive the Arjuna Award in Wrestling?
Correct Answer: A. Geeta Phogat
Geeta Phogat received the Arjuna Award in 2012 following her historic gold at the Commonwealth Games. She was the first Indian female wrestler to qualify for the Olympics. Her family's story was famously depicted in the movie 'Dangal'.