Sports Education in India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about Sports Education in India, covering various aspects such as its history, policies, initiatives, and challenges.
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When was the Sports Authority of India (SAI) established?

  1. 1984

  2. 1991

  3. 1998

  4. 2005


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was established in 1984 as the apex body for the development of sports in India.

Which government scheme aims to promote sports education and training among school children?

  1. Khelo India

  2. Fit India Movement

  3. National Sports Talent Search Scheme

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the mentioned schemes, including Khelo India, Fit India Movement, and National Sports Talent Search Scheme, aim to promote sports education and training among school children in India.

Which Indian state has been consistently ranked as the top performer in the Khelo India Youth Games?

  1. Haryana

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haryana has been consistently ranked as the top performer in the Khelo India Youth Games due to its strong focus on sports infrastructure, coaching, and talent identification.

What is the name of the flagship program of the Sports Authority of India that provides financial assistance to talented athletes?

  1. Target Olympic Podium Scheme

  2. National Sports Development Fund

  3. Sports Scholarship Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) is the flagship program of the Sports Authority of India that provides financial assistance to talented athletes who have the potential to win medals at the Olympic Games.

Which Indian university has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Sports by the University Grants Commission (UGC)?

  1. University of Delhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru University

  3. Lovely Professional University

  4. Guru Nanak Dev University


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Sports by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for its outstanding contribution to sports education and research.

What is the name of the annual sports event organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI)?

  1. National School Games

  2. Khelo India School Games

  3. Youth National Games

  4. All India Inter-School Sports Tournament


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School Games is the annual sports event organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) for school children across the country.

Which Indian sportsperson has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador of the Khelo India Youth Games?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Mary Kom

  3. P.V. Sindhu

  4. Virat Kohli


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

P.V. Sindhu, the Olympic silver medalist in badminton, has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador of the Khelo India Youth Games.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the Government of India to promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyle among citizens?

  1. Fit India Movement

  2. Khelo India

  3. National Sports Talent Search Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fit India Movement is an initiative launched by the Government of India to promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyle among citizens, with a focus on encouraging people to engage in regular physical activity.

Which Indian state has the highest number of Khelo India Centres?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Karnataka

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Khelo India Centres, which are established to provide sports infrastructure and training facilities to young athletes.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to sportspersons for their training and participation in international competitions?

  1. National Sports Development Fund

  2. Sports Scholarship Scheme

  3. Target Olympic Podium Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Sports Development Fund is a scheme launched by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to sportspersons for their training and participation in international competitions.

Which Indian university has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Sports by the University Grants Commission (UGC)?

  1. University of Delhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru University

  3. Lovely Professional University

  4. Guru Nanak Dev University


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has been recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Sports by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for its outstanding contribution to sports education and research.

What is the name of the annual sports event organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI)?

  1. National School Games

  2. Khelo India School Games

  3. Youth National Games

  4. All India Inter-School Sports Tournament


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School Games is the annual sports event organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) for school children across the country.

Which Indian sportsperson has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador of the Khelo India Youth Games?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Mary Kom

  3. P.V. Sindhu

  4. Virat Kohli


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

P.V. Sindhu, the Olympic silver medalist in badminton, has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador of the Khelo India Youth Games.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the Government of India to promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyle among citizens?

  1. Fit India Movement

  2. Khelo India

  3. National Sports Talent Search Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fit India Movement is an initiative launched by the Government of India to promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyle among citizens, with a focus on encouraging people to engage in regular physical activity.

Which Indian state has the highest number of Khelo India Centres?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Karnataka

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Khelo India Centres, which are established to provide sports infrastructure and training facilities to young athletes.

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