Indian Awards — Set 1
Sports · भारतीय पुरस्कार · Questions 1–10 of 60
What is the highest sporting honor in India, awarded annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?
Correct Answer: B. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
• **Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award** = The Khel Ratna is the highest award for spectacular and outstanding performance in the field of sports. • **Significance** — It was previously named after Rajiv Gandhi but was renamed in 2021 to honor a hockey legend. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Dronacharya Award; C: Dhyan Chand Award; D: Arjuna Award.
Who was the first Indian sportsperson to be awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award?
Correct Answer: C. Vishwanathan Anand
• **Vishwanathan Anand** = Vishwanathan Anand received this honor in 2007 for his exceptional achievements in Chess. • **Significance** — He was also the first person to receive the Khel Ratna Award. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Mary Kom; B: Pankaj Advani; D: Sachin Tendulkar.
The Dronacharya Award is given to which individuals in the sporting ecosystem?
Correct Answer: C. Outstanding Coaches
• **Outstanding Coaches** = This award is presented to coaches who have produced medal winners at prestigious international sports events. • **Significance** — It is named after Dronacharya, the teacher of Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Sports Journalists; B: Best Umpires; D: Best Players.
The Arjuna Award was instituted by the Government of India in which year to recognize outstanding achievement in National sports?
Correct Answer: A. 1961
• **1961** = The Arjuna Award was established in 1961 to honor players with consistent good performance over four years. • **Significance** — It includes a bronze statuette of Arjuna, a scroll, and a cash prize. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: 1951; C: 1971; D: 1981.
Who was the first woman to receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award?
Correct Answer: B. Karnam Malleswari
• **Karnam Malleswari** = Karnam Malleswari received the Khel Ratna in 1995-96 for her excellence in Weightlifting. • **Significance** — She is famously known for winning a bronze medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: M.C. Mary Kom; C: Saina Nehwal; D: P.V. Sindhu.
Which award is given specifically for 'Lifetime Achievement' in sports and games in India?
Correct Answer: C. Dhyan Chand Award
• **Dhyan Chand Award** = The Dhyan Chand Award honors sportspersons who have contributed to sports through their performance and continue to contribute after retirement. • **Significance** — It was instituted in 2002 and is different from the Khel Ratna honor. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Arjuna Award; B: Dronacharya Award; D: Khel Ratna.
Which trophy is awarded to the overall top-performing university in Inter-University tournaments in India?
Correct Answer: C. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy
• **Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy** = The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy is a rolling trophy instituted in 1956-57. • **Significance** — It encourages competitive sports and physical fitness culture among university students. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Rangachari Trophy; B: Duleep Trophy; D: Vizzy Trophy.
The 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar' is awarded to which of the following entities?
Correct Answer: A. Corporate entities and NGOs
• **Corporate entities and NGOs** = This award recognizes the involvement of corporates, sports control boards, and NGOs in the promotion and development of sports. • **Significance** — It was introduced in 2009 to encourage private sector participation. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: National Federations; C: Individual Athletes; D: State Governments.
Who was the first cricketer to receive the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: B. Salim Durani
• **Salim Durani** = Salim Durani was the first cricketer to be honored with the Arjuna Award in 1961. • **Significance** — He was a versatile all-rounder known for his ability to hit sixes on demand. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Sunil Gavaskar; C: Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi; D: Kapil Dev.
Which Indian state gives the 'Eklavya Award' to its junior sportspersons for outstanding performance?
Correct Answer: C. Madhya Pradesh
• **Madhya Pradesh** = The Eklavya Award is a prestigious sports award given by the Madhya Pradesh government to junior players. • **Significance** — It aims to encourage young talent at the grassroots level within the state. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Haryana; B: Punjab; D: Karnataka.