Asian & CW Games — Set 6
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How many times has India hosted the Asian Games?
Correct Answer: C. Two
India hosted the Asian Games twice, in 1951 and 1982, both times in New Delhi. The 1982 edition was a turning point for Indian sports infrastructure and television broadcasting. No other Indian city has hosted the games yet.
Which country has hosted the Commonwealth Games the most number of times?
Correct Answer: C. Australia
Australia has hosted the Commonwealth Games five times (1938, 1962, 1982, 2006, and 2018). The country is known for its strong sporting culture and world-class facilities. Canada and England follow closely in the hosting tally.
The David Dixon Award in the Commonwealth Games is given for what?
Correct Answer: A. Outstanding Athlete
This award is presented to the most outstanding athlete of each Commonwealth Games based on performance and fair play. It was instituted in 2002 to honor David Dixon, a long-time federation official. India's Samaresh Jung won this award in 2006.
In which city were the 2010 Commonwealth Games held?
Correct Answer: C. New Delhi
New Delhi hosted the 19th Commonwealth Games in 2010. It was the first time India hosted the CWG and the second time the games were held in Asia. India finished second in the overall medal table, its best performance ever.
Which governing body organizes the Asian Games?
Correct Answer: B. Olympic Council of Asia
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is the governing body for all sports in Asia and organizes the Asian Games. It was formed in 1982 and is headquartered in Kuwait. The OCA also manages various other regional multi-sport events.
Which nation boycotted the 1986 Commonwealth Games over political issues?
Correct Answer: C. India
India and 31 other nations boycotted the 1986 Edinburgh Games to protest the UK's policy toward South Africa's apartheid. It was one of the largest boycotts in the history of the games. This led to a significant decrease in the number of participants that year.
Who was the first Indian to win an individual gold medal at the Commonwealth Games?
Correct Answer: B. Milkha Singh
Milkha Singh won the gold medal in the 440-yard race at the 1958 Cardiff Games. He was the first athlete from independent India to win an individual CWG gold. He is legendary for his fourth-place finish at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
The official symbol of the Asian Games is a ____.?
Correct Answer: C. Rising Sun
The emblem of the Asian Games features a bright red rising sun with 16 rays and white interlocking rings. It represents the energy and solidarity of Asian nations. The sun symbolizes the dawn of a new era in Asian sports.
Which city hosted the Asian Games in 1982?
Correct Answer: D. New Delhi
The 9th Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1982. This edition saw the debut of the famous mascot 'Appu', an elephant. It was also the first time the games were organized by the Olympic Council of Asia.
In which city were the first-ever Commonwealth Games held under that specific name (1978)?
Correct Answer: D. Edmonton
The games were renamed 'Commonwealth Games' in 1978, and the first edition under this name was in Edmonton, Canada. Before this, they were called the British Commonwealth Games. Canada has been a key supporter and frequent host of the event.