SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 46

SSC CGL - 15 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q46

In which year was the Amateur Athletics Federation of India (AAFI), responsible for managing Indian Athletics, established?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1946.

The Amateur Athletics Federation of India (AAFI), now known as the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), was established in 1946. It was formed to govern, manage, and promote athletics in India, and was later renamed the AFI.

  • Established: 1946
  • Key Figures: Initiated by Prof. G.D. Sondhi and Maharaja Yadvindra Singh.
  • Role: The apex body responsible for managing Indian Athletics, national championships, and selecting athletes for international competitions.
  • Renamed: Later became the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).