1st to 10th January 2024 - "RASHTRIYA KHEL PROTSAHAN PURUSKAR"

Question 1

What is the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar?

Answer 1

A sports award in India recognizing organizations promoting and developing sports.

Question 2

Who announces the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar?

Answer 2

India’s Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.

Question 3

Name three of India’s National Sports Awards.

Answer 3

Any three of the following:
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (Khel Ratna)
Arjuna Award
Dronacharya Award
Major Dhyan Chand Award
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy (MAKA Trophy)
Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar

Question 4

Which organization won the 2023 Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar for “Identification and nurturing of budding/young talent”?

Answer 4

Jain Deemed to be University, Bengaluru

Question 5

Which organization won the 2023 Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar for “Encouragement to sports through Corporate Social Responsibility”?

Answer 5

Odisha Mining Corporate Limited

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar?

Answer 6

To reward companies, sports boards, NGOs, and others who play a prominent role in promoting and developing sports in India.

Question 7

The Khel Ratna is India’s highest sporting honor. What type of award is it?

Answer 7

An award for outstanding performance in sports on the playing field.

Question 8

What is the Dronacharya Award?

Answer 8

An award honoring distinguished coaches in India.