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Detailed explanation-1: -From 1930 to 1950 the Games were known as the British Empire Games, then the name was changed to the British Empire and Commonwealth Games until 1962. From 1966 to 1974 they had the title of British Commonwealth Games and from 1978 onwards they have been known as simply the Commonwealth Games (see name changes).

Detailed explanation-2: -Then, a new name of the British Empire and Commonwealth Games was given to the event in 1962. From 1966 to 1974, the games were referred to as the British Commonwealth Games. And since 1978, they have been known simply as the Commonwealth Games.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 1954 event, in Vancouver, marked the first time the Games were contested by countries that were no longer part of the British Empire. The new name “British Empire and Commonwealth Games” reflects this legacy. Twenty-four countries participated, with live telecasts for the first time in Games history.

Detailed explanation-4: -The 1930 British Empire Games were the inaugural edition of what now is known as the Commonwealth Games, and were held in Hamilton, Ontario, from 16 to 23 August 1930.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Games were called the British Empire Games from 1930 to 1950, the British Empire and Commonwealth Games from 1954 to 1966, and British Commonwealth Games from 1970 to 1974.