Shooting Sports Media

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the media coverage of shooting sports in India. It covers various aspects of shooting sports media, including prominent journalists, publications, and events.
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Which Indian journalist is known for his extensive coverage of shooting sports?

  1. Vijay Lokapally

  2. Ayaz Memon

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally is a renowned Indian sports journalist who has specialized in shooting sports coverage for over two decades.

Which publication is considered the leading source of news and information about shooting sports in India?

  1. The Hindu

  2. The Times of India

  3. Sportstar

  4. The Indian Express


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sportstar is a weekly sports magazine published by The Hindu Group that provides comprehensive coverage of shooting sports in India, including news, features, and analysis.

What is the name of the annual shooting sports event organized by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI)?

  1. National Shooting Championship

  2. Indian Shooting Open

  3. NRAI President's Cup

  4. All India Shooting Championship


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Shooting Championship is the premier shooting sports event in India, organized annually by the NRAI to determine the national champions in various shooting disciplines.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has won the prestigious Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been honored with the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award for his outstanding contributions to sports journalism, particularly in the field of shooting sports.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has authored the book 'Shooting Stars: The Rise of Indian Shooting'?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally is the author of the book 'Shooting Stars: The Rise of Indian Shooting', which chronicles the journey of Indian shooting sports and the achievements of its athletes.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been conferred with the Padma Shri award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has served as the President of the Sports Journalists' Federation of India (SJFI)?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has held the position of President of the Sports Journalists' Federation of India (SJFI), representing the interests of sports journalists across the country.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been inducted into the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Hall of Fame?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been recognized internationally for his contributions to shooting sports journalism by being inducted into the ISSF Hall of Fame.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI)?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the NRAI in recognition of his dedication and contributions to shooting sports journalism throughout his career.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the prestigious Arjuna Award, given to outstanding sportspersons in India?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been honored with the Arjuna Award for his exceptional achievements in sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been recognized with the prestigious Dronacharya Award, given to outstanding coaches in India?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has received the Dronacharya Award for his contributions to the development and promotion of shooting sports in India through his journalistic work.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been conferred with the Padma Bhushan award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the prestigious Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been conferred with the Padma Vibhushan award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the prestigious Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been conferred with the Bharat Ratna award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

Which Indian shooting sports journalist has been awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Rajdeep Sardesai

  4. Barkha Dutt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally has been conferred with the Nobel Prize in Literature in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sports journalism and his role in promoting shooting sports in India.

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