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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 42

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q42

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

In which year was ‘Target Olympic Podium Scheme’ (‘TOPS’) formulated by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 2014

 

Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) was formulated in 2014 with the aim to identify, groom and prepare potential medal prospects for Olympics. 

• It is a flagship programme of the ministry of youth affairs and sports. 

• It aims to keep an eye in the future and fund a developmental group of athletes who are medal prospects for the Olympic Games.