Indian Awards — Set 1
Sports · भारतीय पुरस्कार · Questions 1–10 of 60
What is the highest sporting honor in India, awarded annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?
Correct Answer: B. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
The Khel Ratna is the highest award for spectacular and outstanding performance in the field of sports. It was previously named after Rajiv Gandhi but was renamed in 2021 to honor a hockey legend. The first recipient of this prestigious honor was Vishwanathan Anand.
Who was the first Indian sportsperson to be awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award?
Correct Answer: C. Vishwanathan Anand
Vishwanathan Anand received this honor in 2007 for his exceptional achievements in Chess. He was also the first person to receive the Khel Ratna Award. He is a five-time World Chess Champion.
The Dronacharya Award is given to which individuals in the sporting ecosystem?
Correct Answer: C. Outstanding Coaches
This award is presented to coaches who have produced medal winners at prestigious international sports events. It is named after Dronacharya, the teacher of Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata. It was instituted in 1985 to recognize the role of instructors.
The Arjuna Award was instituted by the Government of India in which year to recognize outstanding achievement in National sports?
Correct Answer: A. 1961
The Arjuna Award was established in 1961 to honor players with consistent good performance over four years. It includes a bronze statuette of Arjuna, a scroll, and a cash prize. It remains one of the most widely recognized honors for athletes.
Who was the first woman to receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award?
Correct Answer: B. Karnam Malleswari
Karnam Malleswari received the Khel Ratna in 1995-96 for her excellence in Weightlifting. She is famously known for winning a bronze medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. She was the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal.
Which award is given specifically for 'Lifetime Achievement' in sports and games in India?
Correct Answer: C. Dhyan Chand Award
The Dhyan Chand Award honors sportspersons who have contributed to sports through their performance and continue to contribute after retirement. It was instituted in 2002 and is different from the Khel Ratna honor. It recognizes long-term dedication to the development of athletics.
Which trophy is awarded to the overall top-performing university in Inter-University tournaments in India?
Correct Answer: C. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy is a rolling trophy instituted in 1956-57. It encourages competitive sports and physical fitness culture among university students. Guru Nanak Dev University has won this trophy many times.
The 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar' is awarded to which of the following entities?
Correct Answer: A. Corporate entities and NGOs
This award recognizes the involvement of corporates, sports control boards, and NGOs in the promotion and development of sports. It was introduced in 2009 to encourage private sector participation. It has four categories including talent identification and nurturing.
Who was the first cricketer to receive the Arjuna Award?
Correct Answer: B. Salim Durani
Salim Durani was the first cricketer to be honored with the Arjuna Award in 1961. He was a versatile all-rounder known for his ability to hit sixes on demand. He played a key role in India's victory over England in 1961-62.
Which Indian state gives the 'Eklavya Award' to its junior sportspersons for outstanding performance?
Correct Answer: C. Madhya Pradesh
The Eklavya Award is a prestigious sports award given by the Madhya Pradesh government to junior players. It aims to encourage young talent at the grassroots level within the state. Several other states have since adopted similar naming for their local awards.