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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 36

SSC GD Constable (English) - 22nd November 2021 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q36

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Which of the following is awarded to the coaches for producing medal winners at prestigious international sports events?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Dronacharya Award.

  • The Dronacharya Award is a sports coaching award given annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

  • This honor is given every year to eminent coaches who have successfully coached players or teams, due to which they have achieved outstanding success in international competitions.

  • The prize money given by the Government of India earlier in the country's highest sports awards including Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award was Rs 5 lakh

  • In 2017 by the Government of India, this amount has been increased from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 7 lakh 50 thousand. Under the Dronacharya award, now Rs 07 lakh 50 thousand in cash, a bronze statue, certificate and ceremonial dress are provided.