GK
BASIC GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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sports as a means for securing harmony among nations
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continuity between the ancient and modern games
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speed, perfection and strength
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unity among various nations of the world
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Flame burns continuously for the entire duration of the Games and is extinguished during the Closing Ceremony of the competition. Therefore this ritual symbolizes the continuity between ancient times and the new generations (modern games).
Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Continuity.
Detailed explanation-3: -A symbolic release of doves evokes the climate of peace in which the Olympic Games should take place. The flame remains lit for the duration of the Games and is only extinguished at the closing ceremony. Fire has always played a very important role in the life of Man.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Olympic torch has been lit today in front of the Temple of Hera on the historic grounds of Olympia, in the birthplace of Olympism, where the Ancient Olympic Games took place. The flame was lit successfully by a Holy Priestess, according to the traditional ritual, using the sun’s rays and a parabolic mirror.