Sports Law and Management in India

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Which act is responsible for the regulation of sports in India?

  1. The Sports Act, 1957

  2. The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984

  3. The National Sports Policy, 2005

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984 is the primary legislation governing sports in India. It established the Sports Authority of India (SAI), which is responsible for the promotion and development of sports in the country.

What is the role of the Sports Authority of India (SAI)?

  1. To promote and develop sports in India

  2. To regulate sports in India

  3. To provide financial assistance to sportspersons

  4. To conduct national and international sports events


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary role of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) is to promote and develop sports in India. It does this by providing financial assistance to sportspersons, conducting national and international sports events, and establishing and maintaining sports infrastructure.

Which body is responsible for the selection of national sports teams in India?

  1. The Sports Authority of India (SAI)

  2. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA)

  3. The National Sports Federations (NSFs)

  4. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Sports Federations (NSFs) are responsible for the selection of national sports teams in India. They are also responsible for the development and promotion of their respective sports in the country.

What is the role of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)?

  1. To represent India at the Olympic Games

  2. To select national sports teams for the Olympic Games

  3. To develop and promote Olympic sports in India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is responsible for representing India at the Olympic Games, selecting national sports teams for the Olympic Games, and developing and promoting Olympic sports in India.

Which law governs the prevention of doping in sports in India?

  1. The National Anti-Doping Act, 2015

  2. The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984

  3. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Constitution

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Anti-Doping Act, 2015 is the primary legislation governing the prevention of doping in sports in India. It established the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), which is responsible for implementing anti-doping policies and regulations in the country.

What is the role of the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA)?

  1. To implement anti-doping policies and regulations in India

  2. To conduct anti-doping tests on athletes

  3. To educate athletes about the dangers of doping

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) is responsible for implementing anti-doping policies and regulations in India, conducting anti-doping tests on athletes, and educating athletes about the dangers of doping.

Which body is responsible for resolving disputes related to sports in India?

  1. The Sports Authority of India (SAI)

  2. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA)

  3. The National Sports Federations (NSFs)

  4. The Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) is responsible for resolving disputes related to sports in India. It was established in 2002 to provide a quick and efficient mechanism for resolving sports disputes.

What is the role of the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT)?

  1. To resolve disputes related to sports in India

  2. To impose sanctions on athletes and sports officials

  3. To review decisions of the National Sports Federations (NSFs)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) is responsible for resolving disputes related to sports in India, imposing sanctions on athletes and sports officials, and reviewing decisions of the National Sports Federations (NSFs).

Which law governs the management of sports events in India?

  1. The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984

  2. The National Sports Policy, 2005

  3. The Sports Events (Management) Act, 2010

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Sports Events (Management) Act, 2010 is the primary legislation governing the management of sports events in India. It provides for the regulation of sports events, the establishment of a National Sports Events Fund, and the promotion of sports tourism in the country.

What is the role of the National Sports Events Fund?

  1. To provide financial assistance for the organization of sports events in India

  2. To promote sports tourism in India

  3. To develop sports infrastructure in India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Sports Events Fund is responsible for providing financial assistance for the organization of sports events in India, promoting sports tourism in India, and developing sports infrastructure in India.

Which body is responsible for the promotion of sports tourism in India?

  1. The Sports Authority of India (SAI)

  2. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA)

  3. The National Sports Federations (NSFs)

  4. The Ministry of Tourism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ministry of Tourism is responsible for the promotion of sports tourism in India. It does this by providing financial assistance to sports events, promoting India as a sports tourism destination, and developing sports infrastructure.

What is the role of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in the promotion of sports tourism in India?

  1. To provide financial assistance to sports events

  2. To promote India as a sports tourism destination

  3. To develop sports infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) plays a role in the promotion of sports tourism in India by providing financial assistance to sports events, promoting India as a sports tourism destination, and developing sports infrastructure.

Which law governs the regulation of betting and gambling on sports in India?

  1. The Public Gambling Act, 1867

  2. The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984

  3. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Constitution

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Public Gambling Act, 1867 is the primary legislation governing the regulation of betting and gambling on sports in India. It prohibits gambling in public places and authorizes the state governments to regulate gambling activities.

What is the role of the state governments in the regulation of betting and gambling on sports in India?

  1. To regulate gambling activities in their respective states

  2. To issue licenses for gambling establishments

  3. To collect taxes on gambling revenue

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The state governments in India are responsible for regulating gambling activities in their respective states, issuing licenses for gambling establishments, and collecting taxes on gambling revenue.

Which law governs the taxation of sports in India?

  1. The Income Tax Act, 1961

  2. The Sports Authority of India Act, 1984

  3. The National Sports Policy, 2005

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Income Tax Act, 1961 is the primary legislation governing the taxation of sports in India. It provides for the taxation of income earned by sportspersons, sports organizations, and sports events.

What are the tax benefits available to sportspersons in India?

  1. Exemption from income tax on prize money

  2. Deduction of expenses incurred in training and travel

  3. Carry forward of losses

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sportspersons in India are eligible for a number of tax benefits, including exemption from income tax on prize money, deduction of expenses incurred in training and travel, and carry forward of losses.

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