National Sports — Set 1
Sports · राष्ट्रीय खेल · Questions 1–10 of 50
Which state hosted the first edition of the modern National Games of India in 1985?
Correct Answer: A. New Delhi
• **New Delhi** = New Delhi hosted the first modern National Games on the lines of the Olympics. • **Significance** — This event marked a shift toward better organization and infrastructure for national sports. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Maharashtra; C: Kerala; D: West Bengal.
What is the primary objective of the Indian National Games?
Correct Answer: C. To identify talent for the Olympics
• **To identify talent for the Olympics** = The games aim to identify and nurture athletic talent for international competitions like the Olympics. • **Significance** — They provide a high-level competitive platform for athletes representing different states. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: To test new equipment; B: To recruit soldiers; D: To promote cultural tourism.
Who is considered the first president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)?
Correct Answer: B. Sir Dorabji Tata
• **Sir Dorabji Tata** = Sir Dorabji Tata was instrumental in the formation of the IOA in 1927. • **Significance** — He provided financial support and leadership to early Indian sporting efforts. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: A.G. Noehren; C: J.R.D. Tata; D: Maharaja Bhupinder Singh.
The National Games of India were originally known as the?
Correct Answer: B. Indian Olympic Games
• **Indian Olympic Games** = The event was first held as the Indian Olympic Games in 1924 in Lahore. • **Significance** — The name was later changed to the National Games starting with the 1940 edition. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: State Championship; C: Bharat Khel; D: Imperial Games.
Which city hosted the first ever Indian Olympic Games (now National Games) in 1924?
Correct Answer: A. Lahore
• **Lahore** = Lahore was the venue for the inaugural edition when the country was under British rule. • **Significance** — It was organized to select athletes for the 1924 Paris Olympics. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Lucknow; C: Madras; D: Calcutta.
The 'Raja Bhalindra Singh Trophy' is awarded to which entity in the National Games?
Correct Answer: A. Overall Champion State
• **Overall Champion State** = This trophy is presented to the state or team that wins the maximum number of gold medals. • **Significance** — It is named after Raja Bhalindra Singh, a former president of the Indian Olympic Association. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Best Female Athlete; C: Best Male Athlete; D: Most Disciplined Team.
Which organization is responsible for selecting the host city for the National Games?
Correct Answer: C. Indian Olympic Association
• **Indian Olympic Association** = The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has the constitutional power to decide the host and schedule. • **Significance** — It works closely with state governments to ensure infrastructure readiness. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Ministry of Youth Affairs; B: Sports Authority of India; D: NITI Aayog.
Which of the following teams represents the Indian Armed Forces in the National Games?
Correct Answer: B. Services
• **Services** = The Services Sports Control Board enters a team under the name 'Services' in the games. • **Significance** — This team consists of athletes from the Army, Navy, and Air Force. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Defense Lions; C: Army United; D: Military XI.
In which year were the first National Games held after Indian independence?
Correct Answer: D. 1948
• **1948** = Lucknow hosted the first post-independence National Games in 1948. • **Significance** — This was a significant event for a newly formed nation to showcase its sporting unity. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: 1952; B: 1947; C: 1950.
What is the typical frequency of the National Games of India as per the IOA charter?
Correct Answer: A. Every two years
• **Every two years** = The IOA charter ideally mandates the games to be held every two years. • **Significance** — However, various administrative and logistical reasons have often caused longer intervals between editions. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Every five years; C: Every year; D: Every four years.