Indian Awards — Set 4
Sports · भारतीय पुरस्कार · Questions 31–40 of 60
Which award is given to the 'Best Coach' in India?
Correct Answer: B. Dronacharya Award
The Dronacharya Award is specifically designed to honor the contribution of coaches in India. It recognizes their role in training athletes who excel in international competitions. It was first awarded in 1985 to coaches of wrestling, athletics, and boxing.
Who was the first Indian to win an individual Olympic medal after independence and was later awarded the Padma Shri?
Correct Answer: A. K.D. Jadhav
K.D. Jadhav won a bronze medal in wrestling at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics. He was a pioneer for individual sports in modern India. He was posthumously recognized for his historic contribution to Indian wrestling.
The Arjuna Award trophy consists of a statuette of Arjuna made of?
Correct Answer: C. Bronze
The statuette is a traditional bronze casting depicting Arjuna with his bow. Along with the statue, the awardee receives a ceremonial scroll and a cash prize. It is one of the oldest national sports awards in India.
In which year was the first Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (formerly Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna) given?
Correct Answer: D. 1991-92
The award was instituted in 1991-92 to recognize the highest level of sporting achievement. Grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand was the inaugural winner for his success in Chess. It is presented annually by the President of India.
Which of the following awards is given for 'promotion and development of sports' to organizations?
Correct Answer: A. Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar
The correct answer is 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar'. This award is meant for corporate entities, both public and private, and other organizations. It encourages the involvement of the non-sporting sector in building sports infrastructure. It has been awarded since 2009 to boost the sports ecosystem.
The Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime Achievement was instituted in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 2002
The award was started in 2002 to honor those who have contributed to sports even after retirement. It carries a cash prize and a plaque. It is named after the legendary field hockey player Dhyan Chand.
Who was the first woman to receive the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: A. Anne Lumsden
Anne Lumsden received the Arjuna Award for Hockey in 1961, the year the award was instituted. She was a prolific scorer for the Indian women's national hockey team. She was a pioneer for women in Indian competitive sports.
Which award is a 'rolling trophy' given to universities?
Correct Answer: B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy
The MAKA Trophy is given to the university with the best overall performance in sports. The winning university keeps the trophy for one year before it is passed to the next winner. It aims to foster a spirit of healthy competition among educational institutions.
The cash prize for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award was increased to how much in 2020?
Correct Answer: B. 25 Lakhs
The government significantly increased the prize money for various sports awards in 2020. The Khel Ratna prize was raised from 7.5 lakhs to 25 lakhs. This move was intended to provide better financial support to top athletes.
In which sport did M.C. Mary Kom receive the Khel Ratna Award?
Correct Answer: C. Boxing
Mary Kom received the Khel Ratna in 2009 for her world-record-breaking success in Boxing. She is a six-time World Amateur Boxing Champion. She is often referred to as 'Magnificent Mary' for her achievements.