Dronacharya Award — Set 6
Awards & Honors · द्रोणाचार्य पुरस्कार · Questions 51–60 of 60
Which ministry manages the selection and presentation of the Dronacharya Award?
Correct Answer: C. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is the nodal ministry for all national sports honors. They invite nominations and set up a selection committee of experts. This ministry oversees the development of sports across India.
Who was the first Boxing coach to receive the Dronacharya Award in 1985?
Correct Answer: B. Om Prakash Bhardwaj
O.P. Bhardwaj was one of the three coaches who received the first Dronacharya Awards. He played a key role in developing boxing talent in the country. He is remembered for his long and dedicated service to Indian sports.
Which badminton coach, who trained Saina Nehwal and P.V. Sindhu, received the Dronacharya Award in 2009?
Correct Answer: B. Pulella Gopichand
Pulella Gopichand is a former All England champion turned world-class coach. He founded an academy in Hyderabad that has produced several Olympic medalists. He is a rare recipient of India's top three sports awards.
In 2012, B.I. Fernandez became the first foreigner to win the Dronacharya Award. In which sport was he a coach?
Correct Answer: C. Boxing
Blas Iglesias Fernandez from Cuba was honored for his massive contribution to Indian Boxing. He spent over 20 years training Indian boxers for international competitions. His award recognized the value of international expertise in Indian sports.
For how many years of service is a coach eligible for the 'Lifetime Achievement' category of the Dronacharya Award?
Correct Answer: D. 20 years
The lifetime category is meant for coaches who have worked consistently for 20 years or more. This honors their dedication across multiple generations of athletes. It distinguishes them from coaches recognized for recent short-term successes.
Which coach of an Olympic gold medalist in shooting was awarded the Dronacharya in 2001?
Correct Answer: B. Sunny Thomas
Sunny Thomas was the national shooting coach of India for nearly 19 years. He oversaw a period where Indian shooters started winning consistently at the world level. He was recognized for building a strong foundation for the sport.
What is the maximum number of Dronacharya Awards that can be given in the 'Regular' category in a single year generally?
Correct Answer: C. Five
The general guideline is to limit the regular category awards to five per year. This ensures that the award remains exclusive and highly prestigious. However, exceptions can be made in special years like the Olympics.
Who was the coach of the legendary wrestler Sushil Kumar, receiving the award in 2009?
Correct Answer: A. Satpal Singh
Satpal Singh, a former wrestling champion, received the Dronacharya Award for training Sushil Kumar. Sushil Kumar became the first Indian to win two individual Olympic medals. This highlighted the success of traditional Indian akhada training.
Jaspal Rana's coach received the award in 1994. What is the name of this Shooting coach?
Correct Answer: D. None of these
The correct answer is 'None of these'. Actually, the award was not given for Shooting in 1994. The first shooting coach to win was Sunny Thomas in 2001. Jaspal Rana was an athlete who won the Arjuna Award in 1994.
What material is the Dronacharya Award statuette made of?
Correct Answer: C. Bronze
The trophy presented to the winners is a bronze statuette of Guru Dronacharya. It depicts the ancient master with a bow and arrow, the tools of his trade. It is a highly respected symbol in the Indian sporting community.