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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
National Sports Day was observed on which date
A
29 August
B
2 April
C
6 November
D
23 August
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -India celebrates National Sports Day on 29th August to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. The day is also dedicated to the nations’ sports heroes and champions, honoring their contribution and dedication towards bringing laurels to the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -It was first held on 10 October 1966, the second anniversary of the opening of the 1964 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo. Since 2000 it has been held on the second Monday of October.

Detailed explanation-3: -National Sports Day is celebrated on 29th August on the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand. Know about the life of Dhyan Chand, and awards given on the National Sports Day in this article.

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