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Government Policies and Initiatives for Sports Development

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge on Government Policies and Initiatives for Sports Development in India.
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Which government scheme provides financial assistance to talented sportspersons for training and participation in national and international competitions?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centres

  3. National Sports Development Fund

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Khelo India Scheme, SAI Training Centres, and National Sports Development Fund are all government initiatives that provide financial support to talented sportspersons for training and participation in competitions.

The Khelo India Scheme was launched in which year?

  1. 2014

  2. 2016

  3. 2018

  4. 2020


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Khelo India Scheme was launched in 2016 by the Government of India with the aim of promoting sports at the grassroots level and identifying and nurturing young talent.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Khelo India Scheme?

  1. Khelo India Youth Games

  2. Khelo India University Games

  3. Khelo India School Games

  4. Khelo India Talent Search Scholarship Scheme


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Khelo India Scheme consists of four main components: Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India School Games, Khelo India Talent Search Scholarship Scheme, and Khelo India Urban League. The Khelo India University Games is not a component of the scheme.

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was established in which year?

  1. 1954

  2. 1961

  3. 1984

  4. 1992


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

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

The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) was set up in which year?

  1. 1998

  2. 2001

  3. 2004

  4. 2007


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) was set up in 1998 by the Government of India to mobilize financial resources from various sources for the promotion and development of sports in the country.

Which government policy aims to promote sports as a career option and provide employment opportunities in the sports sector?

  1. National Sports Policy 2007

  2. National Sports Policy 2011

  3. National Sports Policy 2018

  4. National Sports Policy 2022


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Sports Policy 2022, launched by the Government of India, aims to promote sports as a career option and provide employment opportunities in the sports sector.

The National Sports Policy 2022 sets a target of increasing India's share of global sports economy to what percentage by 2030?

  1. 5%

  2. 10%

  3. 15%

  4. 20%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Sports Policy 2022 aims to increase India's share of the global sports economy to 10% by 2030.

Which government initiative aims to create a network of sports infrastructure across the country?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centres

  3. National Sports Development Fund

  4. Pradhan Mantri Khel Vikas Yojana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Khel Vikas Yojana is a government initiative that aims to create a network of sports infrastructure across the country, including stadiums, sports complexes, and training centers.

The National Sports Awards are given to recognize outstanding achievements in which field?

  1. Sports

  2. Arts

  3. Science

  4. Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Sports Awards are given to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of sports.

Which award is given to the best sportsperson of the year?

  1. Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award

  2. Arjuna Award

  3. Dronacharya Award

  4. Dhyan Chand Award


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award is given to the best sportsperson of the year.

The Arjuna Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in which field?

  1. Sports

  2. Arts

  3. Science

  4. Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Arjuna Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of sports.

The Dronacharya Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in which field?

  1. Sports

  2. Arts

  3. Science

  4. Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dronacharya Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of sports.

The Dhyan Chand Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in which field?

  1. Sports

  2. Arts

  3. Science

  4. Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dhyan Chand Award is given to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of sports.

Which government initiative aims to promote sports among children and adolescents?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centres

  3. National Sports Development Fund

  4. School Sports Promotion Programme


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The School Sports Promotion Programme is a government initiative that aims to promote sports among children and adolescents by providing financial assistance to schools for the development of sports infrastructure and organizing sports competitions.

Which government initiative aims to promote sports among rural youth?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centres

  3. National Sports Development Fund

  4. Rural Sports Promotion Programme


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rural Sports Promotion Programme is a government initiative that aims to promote sports among rural youth by providing financial assistance to panchayats and block development councils for the development of sports infrastructure and organizing sports competitions.

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