Which National Games edition is remembered for the highest medal tally by Services Sports Control Board (SSCB), showcasing dominance in Indian sporting competitions?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is 2022 (Gujarat).
Explanation:
☛ The 36th National Games were held in Gujarat in 2022 across six cities: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar.
☛ The Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) displayed exceptional sporting dominance by topping the medal table and winning the prestigious Raja Bhalindra Singh Trophy.
☛ SSCB secured a total of 128 medals, which included 61 Gold, 35 Silver, and 32 Bronze medals.
☛ This victory marked the fourth consecutive time that Services topped the medal standings in the National Games.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ The official mascot of the 36th National Games (2022) was named 'Savaj', which represents an Asiatic lion.
☛ The official motto of the 2022 National Games was 'Celebrating Unity Through Sports'.
☛ 2015 (Kerala): Hosted the 35th National Games where Services finished at the top of the medal tally with 91 gold medals.
☛ 2011 (Jharkhand): Hosted the 34th National Games with the mascot named 'Chhaua' (a baby deer).
☛ The 37th National Games were held in Goa in 2023, where Maharashtra topped the medal tally.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ Which trophy is awarded to the overall champion team at the National Games? → Raja Bhalindra Singh Trophy
☛ In which year were the first modern National Games held in India under the Olympic format? → 1985 (New Delhi)
☛ What was the mascot for the 36th National Games held in Gujarat? → Savaj
☛ Which state topped the medal tally at the 37th National Games held in Goa in 2023? → Maharashtra
☛ Where were the first All India Olympic Games (precursor to the National Games) held in 1924? → Lahore