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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Arjuna Award was introduced in
A
1961
B
1964
C
1976
D
1980
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Instituted in 1961 to honour the outstanding sportspersons of the country, the award over the years has undergone a number of expansions, reviews, and rationalizations.

Detailed explanation-2: -First Indian woman athlete to be awarded Arjuna Award – Stephie D’Souza. First highest individual score in women’s Test Cricket – Mithali Raj.

Detailed explanation-3: -Arjuna Award was instituted in the year 1961. It is given to sportspersons for “consistent outstanding performance” over the period of last four years. The award comprises “a bronze statuette of Arjuna, certificate, ceremonial dress, and a cash prize of ₹15 lakh (US$19, 000)."

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