Arjuna Award — Set 6
Awards & Honors · अर्जुन पुरस्कार · Questions 51–60 of 70
The Arjuna Award is generally awarded annually. In which situation can the award be cancelled?
Correct Answer: C. In case of doping or misconduct
The government has the right to withdraw the award if a recipient is found guilty of doping or any criminal activity. Maintaining the sanctity of the award is paramount for the sports ministry. This rule ensures that only role models are celebrated.
Who was the first Arjuna Awardee in the sport of Boxing?
Correct Answer: C. L. Buddy D'Souza
L. Buddy D'Souza was the inaugural recipient for Boxing in 1961. He was a multi-talented athlete who also excelled in cricket and hockey. He won several national titles in the middleweight category.
Which sport did Gurbachan Singh Randhawa represent when he won the Arjuna Award in 1961?
Correct Answer: A. Athletics
The correct answer is 'Athletics'. Gurbachan Singh Randhawa was a versatile track and field athlete who specialized in hurdles and decathlon. He was among the first batch of athletes to be honored. He famously finished fifth in the 110m hurdles at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
What is the primary material used for the Arjuna Award statuette?
Correct Answer: B. Bronze
The statuette is made of bronze, which signifies strength and tradition. It depicts Arjuna with his legendary bow, symbolizing the skill and focus of an athlete. It is considered a symbol of the highest level of athletic achievement in India.
Who was the first woman to receive the Arjuna Award in the sport of Hockey?
Correct Answer: A. Anne Lumsden
Anne Lumsden was the first female hockey player to receive the award in 1961. She was a prolific scorer and a key member of the Indian team. Her recognition was a major milestone for women's hockey in India.
In which year did the cash prize of the Arjuna Award increase to 15 lakhs?
Correct Answer: C. 2020
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports significantly hiked the prize money for various sports awards in 2020. The Arjuna Award prize went up from 5 lakh to 15 lakh rupees. This was done to provide better financial support to elite athletes.
Who was the first Indian cricketer to receive the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: A. Salim Durani
Salim Durani was the first cricketer to be honored with the award in 1961. He was an explosive batsman and a crafty left-arm spinner. He remains one of the most beloved figures in Indian cricket history.
The Arjuna Award is named after a character from which ancient epic?
Correct Answer: B. Mahabharata
The award is named after Arjuna, the master archer from the Mahabharata. He represents the ideal athlete with his focus, dedication, and skill. The bow he carries is known as the Gandiva.
Who was the first footballer to be awarded the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: B. P.K. Banerjee
P.K. Banerjee was the first footballer to receive the Arjuna Award in 1961. He led India to a gold medal at the 1962 Asian Games. He was a legendary player and later a highly successful coach.
Which of these disciplines did Nandu Natekar represent to win the first Arjuna Award for his sport in 1961?
Correct Answer: A. Badminton
Nandu Natekar was the first Indian badminton player to win an international title. He was among the first batch of sportspersons to be honored in 1961. He is considered the first superstar of Indian badminton.