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SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 97

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q97

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In which year was the Department of Sports transformed into the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1985.

  1. The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports was originally established as the Department of Sports in 1982, coinciding with the organization of the IX Asian Games in New Delhi.
  2. In 1985, during the celebration of the International Youth Year, its name was changed to the Department of Youth Affairs & Sports.