Arjuna Award — Set 4
Awards & Honors · अर्जुन पुरस्कार · Questions 31–40 of 70
Who was the first person to receive the Arjuna Award for the sport of Polo in 1961?
Correct Answer: B. Maharajah Prem Singh
Maharajah Prem Singh was the first polo player to be recognized with this honor. Polo has a long history in India, especially among the royal families and the military. This award highlighted the continuation of that tradition in modern sports.
Can the Arjuna Award be conferred posthumously?
Correct Answer: B. Yes, in exceptional cases
The correct answer is 'Yes, in exceptional cases'. While generally given to active athletes, the rules allow for posthumous awards if the athlete died during the period under consideration. This ensures that the sacrifice and performance of deceased athletes are not forgotten. Several athletes have received it this way over the years.
Who was the first woman to receive the Arjuna Award in Swimming?
Correct Answer: B. Rima Datta
Rima Datta was honored in 1966 for her excellence in national and international swimming competitions. She was the most successful Indian woman swimmer of her time. She achieved this nearly five years after the first male swimmer was awarded.
Which shooting legend was the first to receive the Arjuna Award in 1961?
Correct Answer: A. Maharaja Karni Singh
Maharaja Karni Singh of Bikaner was a clay pigeon trap and skeet shooter. He was the first shooter to receive the Arjuna Award and represented India in five Olympics. He was a towering figure in Indian shooting history.
Which of the following describes the Arjuna Award statuette?
Correct Answer: B. Arjuna with a bow and arrow
The statuette depicts the legendary warrior Arjuna in a standing posture holding his bow (Gandiva). This represents focus, precision, and the warrior spirit of a sportsperson. The design has remained largely consistent since 1961.
Who was the first volleyball player to receive the Arjuna Award in 1961?
Correct Answer: B. A. Palanisamy
A. Palanisamy was the first recipient from the sport of Volleyball. He was a dominant player known for his powerful smashes and tactical awareness. His award helped bring national focus to team sports in India.
Which sportsperson received the Arjuna Award for the first time in the discipline of Snooker (1984)?
Correct Answer: B. Om Agarwal
Om Agarwal was the first snooker player to win the Arjuna Award after winning the World Amateur Snooker Championship. Snooker and Billiards are often grouped but have separate award histories. He was a pioneer in taking Indian snooker to the world stage.
Who was the first woman to receive the Arjuna Award in the discipline of Badminton?
Correct Answer: A. Meena Shah
Meena Shah received the award in 1962, a year after the first male batch. She was a seven-time consecutive national champion in women's singles. Her legacy is vital to the history of women's sports in post-independence India.
Which cyclist was the first to receive the Arjuna Award in 1975?
Correct Answer: D. Amar Singh Billing
Amar Singh Billing was the first cyclist to be honored with the Arjuna Award. Competitive cycling took longer to get recognized compared to other field sports. He was a top-ranked cyclist who represented India in international tours.
Who was the first para-athlete to receive the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: C. Sandeep Singh Maan
Sandeep Singh Maan was the first para-athlete to receive the award in 2012, under the new inclusive categories. Previously, para-athletes were often considered under general categories or ignored. This marked a significant shift towards inclusive sports recognition in India.