The first Khelo India Youth Games were organized in which city?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer
New Delhi
Explanation
The first edition of the Khelo India Youth Games was organized in New Delhi. When the initiative was inaugurated in 2018, it was originally called the 'Khelo India School Games'. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the event at the Indira Gandhi Arena in New Delhi to identify and support grassroots sporting talent across the nation. Following the massive success of this inaugural event, college students were also included, and the initiative was formally renamed the 'Khelo India Youth Games' from the second edition onward.
The other options are incorrect because they hosted subsequent editions or represent different sports milestones:
Pune hosted the second edition of the games in 2019, which was the first time the event was held under the rebranded name 'Khelo India Youth Games'.
Guwahati hosted the third edition of the games in January 2020, bringing the flagship tournament to Northeast India.
Hyderabad has not hosted an edition of the Khelo India Youth Games.
Key Points
In the first edition held in New Delhi, Haryana topped the overall medal tally with 102 medals, while Maharashtra and Delhi secured the second and third positions respectively.
The games initially featured 16 sports disciplines, which have now expanded significantly in recent editions.
Additional Facts
The Khelo India initiative is a flagship program governed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Talented athletes identified through these games receive an annual financial assistance package of 5 lakh rupees per year for a duration of 8 years to fund their training and development. Over time, the ecosystem has expanded into multiple formats, including the Khelo India University Games, Winter Games, and Para Games, creating a robust multi-tier sporting pipeline for India.
Important Questions and Answers
Question: Which state emerged as the overall champion in the inaugural edition of the Khelo India games in 2018?
Answer: Haryana.
Question: Which sports arena in New Delhi served as the main venue for the grand opening ceremony of the first Khelo India School Games?
Answer: Indira Gandhi Arena.