Prakash Padukone is related to which of the following sports?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: Badminton.
Explanation:
Prakash Padukone is a great and legendary Indian badminton player. He brought a new identity to Indian badminton on the international stage.
Historic Achievement: In 1980, he became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championship. In the same year, he was also ranked as the World No. 1 player.
Major Achievements:
Gold medal at the 1978 Commonwealth Games.
World Cup (Badminton) title in 1981.
Honored by the Government of India with the Padma Shri (1982) and the Arjuna Award (1972).
Institution: After retiring from the sport, he established the 'Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy' in Bengaluru, which has produced many legendary players, such as Pullela Gopichand.
List of Prominent Players and Their Sports (For Revision):
- Here are some important names for competitive examinations:
- Football: Sunil Chhetri, I.M. Vijayan, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu.
- Hockey: Major Dhyan Chand, P.R. Sreejesh, Manpreet Singh.
- Shooting: Abhinav Bindra, Manu Bhaker, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore.
- Badminton: P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy.
Important Questions for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: Who was the first Indian to win the All England Badminton Championship?
Answer: Prakash Padukone.
Question: Which sport is Pullela Gopichand associated with?
Answer: Badminton.
Question: Where is the headquarters of the 'Badminton World Federation' (BWF) located?
Answer: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.