GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

SPORTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which award is given for excellence in Sports?
A
Jamnalal Bajaj Award
B
Arjuna Award
C
Tagore Award
D
Moortidevi Award
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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)."

Detailed explanation-2: -Since the year 2001, the award is given only in disciplines falling under the following categories: Olympic Games / Asian Games / Commonwealth Games / World Cup / World Championship Disciplines and Cricket.

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