Dronacharya Award — Set 5
Awards & Honors · द्रोणाचार्य पुरस्कार · Questions 41–50 of 60
In which year did the Dronacharya Award first start?
Correct Answer: A. 1985
The Dronacharya Award was established in 1985 to honor outstanding sports coaches. It is the highest coaching honor in India. It aims to recognize the contribution of mentors in the success of athletes at the international level.
Who was the first ever recipient of the Dronacharya Award in the discipline of Athletics?
Correct Answer: A. O.M. Nambiar
O.M. Nambiar received the award in its inaugural year, 1985. He was the coach of the legendary sprinter P.T. Usha. This award recognizes the role of teachers in training medal-winning athletes.
What is the current cash prize for the Dronacharya Award in the 'Lifetime' category?
Correct Answer: C. ₹15 Lakh
The prize money for the lifetime category was increased to 15 lakh rupees in 2020. This category honors coaches who have contributed over a long period. Regular category winners receive a different amount.
The Dronacharya Award is named after a legendary guru from which Indian epic?
Correct Answer: B. Mahabharata
The award is named after Dronacharya, the teacher of Pandavas and Kauravas in the Mahabharata. He is a symbol of the ideal relationship between a teacher and a student. The trophy itself is a bronze statue of the guru.
Which of the following categories was introduced for the Dronacharya Award in 2011?
Correct Answer: C. Lifetime Achievement
The 'Lifetime Achievement' category was added to honor coaches who have served for 20 years or more. This allows the government to recognize long-term dedication to sports. Regular awards are for performance in the last four years.
Who was the first Dronacharya Awardee in the sport of Cricket?
Correct Answer: B. Desh Prem Azad
Desh Prem Azad, the coach of Kapil Dev, won the award in 1986. He was the first from the field of cricket to receive this recognition. Ramakant Achrekar, Sachin Tendulkar's coach, won it later in 1990.
In which city is the National Sports Awards ceremony typically held every year?
Correct Answer: C. New Delhi
The ceremony is held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. The President of India presents the awards to the winners. This usually takes place on August 29, the National Sports Day.
Who was the first woman to be honored with the Dronacharya Award?
Correct Answer: A. Renu Kohli
Renu Kohli was the first woman coach to receive the Dronacharya Award in 2002. She was recognized for her contribution to the sport of Athletics. This marked a significant milestone for female coaches in India.
The Dronacharya Award (Regular Category) carries a cash prize of how much currently?
Correct Answer: B. ₹10 Lakh
The prize money for the regular category was revised to 10 lakh rupees in 2020. Along with the cash, a bronze statue and a citation are given. This category focuses on performance over the last four years.
Bhalchandra Bhaskar Bhagwat, an inaugural winner of this award, was associated with which sport?
Correct Answer: A. Wrestling
B.B. Bhagwat was one of the first three recipients in 1985 for his work in Wrestling. He was a pioneering figure in training Indian wrestlers for international glory. He shared the first-ever awards with O.M. Nambiar and O.P. Bhardwaj.