Sports and Education in Rural India

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Which government scheme aims to promote sports education and training in rural areas?

  1. Khelo India

  2. Fit India

  3. Sports Authority of India

  4. National Sports Development Fund


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khelo India scheme was launched in 2016 with the aim of promoting sports education and training in rural areas, as well as identifying and nurturing young talent.

What is the main objective of the 'Sports for All' program?

  1. To promote physical fitness and well-being among rural youth

  2. To identify and nurture young sporting talent in rural areas

  3. To provide financial assistance to rural sports organizations

  4. To construct sports infrastructure in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Sports for All' program aims to promote physical fitness and well-being among rural youth by providing access to sports facilities and encouraging participation in sports activities.

Which state in India has the highest number of rural sports academies?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of rural sports academies in India, with over 100 academies spread across the state.

What is the name of the annual sports competition organized by the Ministry of Rural Development?

  1. National Rural Sports Competition

  2. Rural Sports Olympiad

  3. Khelo India Rural Games

  4. National Rural Games


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Sports Competition is an annual sports competition organized by the Ministry of Rural Development to promote sports and physical fitness among rural youth.

Which Indian sportsperson has been actively involved in promoting sports education in rural areas?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Vijender Singh

  3. Mary Kom

  4. P.T. Usha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

P.T. Usha, the legendary Indian track and field athlete, has been actively involved in promoting sports education in rural areas through her Usha School of Athletics.

What is the name of the program launched by the Sports Authority of India to provide scholarships to talented rural athletes?

  1. Rural Sports Scholarship Scheme

  2. National Sports Talent Search Scheme

  3. Khelo India Scholarship Scheme

  4. Rural Sports Development Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rural Sports Scholarship Scheme provides scholarships to talented rural athletes to help them pursue their sports careers.

Which state in India has the highest number of rural sports complexes?

  1. Odisha

  2. Karnataka

  3. Telangana

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odisha has the highest number of rural sports complexes in India, with over 500 complexes spread across the state.

What is the name of the program launched by the Government of India to promote physical education in rural schools?

  1. Physical Education Promotion Program

  2. Sports Education Program

  3. School Sports Promotion Program

  4. Physical Fitness and Sports Education Program


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Physical Fitness and Sports Education Program aims to promote physical education and sports in rural schools by providing grants for sports equipment, training for teachers, and organizing sports competitions.

Which Indian state has the highest number of rural sports clubs?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Punjab has the highest number of rural sports clubs in India, with over 10,000 clubs spread across the state.

What is the name of the annual sports festival organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?

  1. National Tribal Sports Festival

  2. Tribal Sports Olympiad

  3. Khelo India Tribal Games

  4. National Tribal Games


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Tribal Sports Festival is an annual sports festival organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to promote sports and physical fitness among tribal youth.

Which Indian sportsperson has been appointed as the brand ambassador of the Khelo India program?

  1. Virat Kohli

  2. Mithali Raj

  3. Saina Nehwal

  4. P.V. Sindhu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

P.V. Sindhu, the Olympic silver medalist in badminton, has been appointed as the brand ambassador of the Khelo India program.

What is the name of the program launched by the Sports Authority of India to provide financial assistance to rural sports organizations?

  1. Rural Sports Development Scheme

  2. National Sports Development Fund

  3. Khelo India Rural Games

  4. Sports for All


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rural Sports Development Scheme provides financial assistance to rural sports organizations to help them promote sports and physical fitness in rural areas.

Which Indian state has the highest number of rural sports coaches?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest number of rural sports coaches in India, with over 5,000 coaches spread across the state.

What is the name of the program launched by the Government of India to promote sports among children in rural areas?

  1. School Sports Promotion Program

  2. Physical Education Promotion Program

  3. Sports Education Program

  4. Physical Fitness and Sports Education Program


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The School Sports Promotion Program aims to promote sports among children in rural areas by providing grants for sports equipment, training for teachers, and organizing sports competitions.

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