Dronacharya Award — Set 2
Awards & Honors · द्रोणाचार्य पुरस्कार · Questions 11–20 of 60
Which cricket coach, famous for training Sachin Tendulkar, was awarded the Dronacharya Award in 1990?
Correct Answer: A. Ramakant Achrekar
Ramakant Achrekar was a legendary cricket coach from Mumbai who discovered many international stars. He received the award for his exceptional ability to scout and refine raw batting talent. His coaching style emphasized rigorous practice and discipline at Shivaji Park.
Gari Om Singh was conferred with the Dronacharya Award (Lifetime) in 2011 for which sport?
Correct Answer: C. Athletics
Gari Om Singh was recognized for his long-term dedication to coaching in the field of athletics. He served the sporting community for decades, producing numerous national record holders. The lifetime achievement category specifically acknowledges such long and fruitful careers.
Which coach was the first recipient of the award for the discipline of Boxing?
Correct Answer: D. Om Prakash Bhardwaj
Om Prakash Bhardwaj received the award in its inaugural year, 1985, alongside Nambiar and Bhagwat. He is credited with modernizing the training modules for Indian amateur boxers. His efforts led to India's first significant successes in international boxing tournaments.
Hansa Sharma, a 2000 awardee, was the first woman coach to win in which specific sport?
Correct Answer: A. Weightlifting
Hansa Sharma was a pioneer in coaching women for the sport of weightlifting in India. She received the Dronacharya Award during the 2000 Sydney Olympics year. Her work significantly contributed to India's rise as a power in women's weightlifting.
The Dronacharya Award for 'Lifetime' category currently provides how much cash prize?
Correct Answer: C. ₹15 Lakh
Recipients of the Dronacharya Award in the lifetime category receive 15 lakh rupees as of the latest revisions. This higher amount honors the long-term commitment and life-long service of the coach. It is presented annually at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by the President.
Pulella Gopichand received the Dronacharya Award in 2009. Which sport is he associated with?
Correct Answer: D. Badminton
The correct answer is 'Badminton'. Pulella Gopichand is a former All England champion who transitioned into a highly successful coach. His academy in Hyderabad has produced world-class players like Saina Nehwal and P.V. Sindhu. He is one of the few individuals to win the Khel Ratna, Arjuna, and Dronacharya awards.
Who was the first Hockey coach to win the Dronacharya Award?
Correct Answer: A. Gurdial Singh Bhangu
Gurdial Singh Bhangu was honored in 2000 for his exceptional tactical coaching in field hockey. He coached the Indian women's team to a historic gold medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. Hockey is a culturally significant sport that has seen many Dronacharya recipients.
Which coach received the award in 2016 for successfully coaching the Indian Test Cricket team?
Correct Answer: C. Raj Kumar Sharma
Raj Kumar Sharma is the childhood coach of Indian cricketing superstar Virat Kohli. He was recognized for his role in identifying and nurturing one of the world's best batsmen. He continues to run a successful cricket academy in Delhi.
Jaspal Rana's coach received the Dronacharya Award in 1994. What is the coach's name?
Correct Answer: D. None of these
The correct answer is 'None of these'. Actually, Jaspal Rana himself is a shooter, but the first coach awarded for Shooting was Sunny Thomas much later in 2001. The award was not given for shooting in 1994. National records show a diverse range of sports covered by the award over the years.
S.M. Arif, a prominent 2000 awardee, is a master coach of which sport?
Correct Answer: D. Badminton
Syed Mohammad Arif is a legendary badminton coach from Hyderabad. He has mentored several generations of Indian players, including Gopichand and Saina Nehwal. He is credited with building the foundation of the modern badminton culture in India.