GK
BASIC GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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Malaysia
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Iran
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Indonesia
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India
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Detailed explanation-1: -India hosted the inaugural Asian Games in New Delhi in 1951. Eight more countries have staged the continental showpiece since. The Asian Games is, undoubtedly, the biggest multi-sport event in the continent of Asia. Started in 1951, the continental showpiece has already seen 18 editions.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Games were officially opened by Indian President Rajendra Prasad at the Dhyan Chand National Stadium. Japan topped the medal table with 24 gold, 21 silver and 15 bronze medals.
Detailed explanation-3: -There have been two instances when India hosted the Asian Games. The first was in 1951, and the other was in 1982. The Asian Games Federation was established on February 13, 1949, in New Delhi, with India as one of its original five founding members.