Government Initiatives for Sports Tourism

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the various government initiatives aimed at promoting sports tourism in India.
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Which Indian state is known as the 'Sports Capital of India'?

  1. Haryana

  2. Punjab

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haryana is renowned as the 'Sports Capital of India' due to its exceptional achievements in various sports and the presence of numerous sports academies and facilities.

Which government scheme provides financial assistance to sportspersons for training and participation in national and international competitions?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Scheme

  3. National Sports Development Fund (NSDF)

  4. Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khelo India Scheme is a flagship program of the Indian government that aims to promote sports at the grassroots level and provide financial assistance to athletes for training and participation in competitions.

The 'Adopt a Sportsperson' scheme was launched by which Indian state government?

  1. Odisha

  2. Telangana

  3. Gujarat

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Adopt a Sportsperson' scheme was initiated by the Odisha state government to provide financial support and mentorship to promising athletes from the state.

Which Indian state has set up a dedicated 'Sports Tourism Board' to promote sports-related tourism?

  1. Kerala

  2. Goa

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Himachal Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kerala is the first Indian state to establish a 'Sports Tourism Board' with the aim of developing and promoting sports-related tourism in the state.

The 'Incredible India' campaign launched by the Ministry of Tourism also includes a focus on promoting _____.

  1. Adventure Tourism

  2. Cultural Tourism

  3. Sports Tourism

  4. Medical Tourism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 'Incredible India' campaign aims to promote various forms of tourism in India, including sports tourism, to attract domestic and international tourists.

Which Indian city hosted the first edition of the Khelo India University Games?

  1. Bhubaneswar

  2. New Delhi

  3. Mumbai

  4. Bengaluru


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The inaugural edition of the Khelo India University Games was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, in 2020.

The National Sports University is located in which Indian state?

  1. Manipur

  2. Punjab

  3. Haryana

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Sports University is situated in Imphal, Manipur, and is dedicated to providing world-class sports education and training.

Which Indian state government has launched the 'Krida Prabha' scheme to promote sports among school children?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Krida Prabha' scheme was introduced by the Karnataka state government to encourage sports participation and identify talented athletes at the school level.

The 'Fit India Movement' was launched by the Indian government in _____.

  1. 2018

  2. 2019

  3. 2020

  4. 2021


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Fit India Movement' was initiated by the Indian government in 2018 to promote fitness and healthy lifestyles among citizens.

Which Indian state has set up a 'Sports Infrastructure Development Fund' to support the construction of sports facilities?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gujarat state government has established a 'Sports Infrastructure Development Fund' to provide financial assistance for the development of sports infrastructure in the state.

The 'National Sports Awards' are presented annually by the President of India to recognize outstanding achievements in _____.

  1. Sports

  2. Arts

  3. Science

  4. Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'National Sports Awards' are prestigious awards presented to Indian sportspersons and coaches for their exceptional contributions to sports.

The 'Sports Authority of India (SAI)' is responsible for _____.

  1. Promoting sports in India

  2. Organizing national sports events

  3. Developing sports infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is the apex body responsible for promoting sports, organizing national sports events, and developing sports infrastructure in India.

The 'Khelo India School Games' are organized annually to promote sports participation among _____.

  1. School children

  2. College students

  3. Professional athletes

  4. Senior citizens


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Khelo India School Games' are held annually to encourage sports participation and identify talented athletes at the school level.

Which Indian state has launched the 'Sports for All' scheme to promote mass participation in sports?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Bihar

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Chhattisgarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Sports for All' scheme was introduced by the Uttar Pradesh state government to promote sports participation among all sections of society.

The 'National Youth Games' are organized by the _____.

  1. Sports Authority of India (SAI)

  2. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

  3. Indian Olympic Association

  4. All India Council of Sports (AICS)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 'National Youth Games' are organized annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to promote sports participation among young athletes.

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