Name the Indian Golfer who has been awarded outstanding achievement as a player award at the 4th Edition of the annual India Golf Industry Association (GIA) award for the year 2019.
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A. Gaganjeet Bhullar
B. Shubhankar Sharma
C. Jeev Milkha Singh
D. Anirban Lahiri
Correct Answer
Gaganjeet Bhullar
Explanation
Indian Professional Golfer, Gaganjeet Bhullar has been awarded outstanding achievement as a player award at the 4th Edition of the annual India Golf Industry Association (GIA) award for the year 2019 at the Delhi Golf Club. The GIA awards were held along with 8th edition of South Asia's largest trade show, India Golf & Turf Expo (IGTE). 31-year-old Bhullar was awarded Arjuna Award in 2013. Bhullar became the youngest golfer on the Asian Tour to achieve nine career victories on tour. He had won Fiji international in 2018. Vijay Divech and former Arjuna Awardee Nonita Lal Qureshi received for their contribution to Golf coaching. Best New Nine-Hole Golf course' awards, was given to Eco Park, Kolkata.
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A. Mazagon Dock Limited, Mumbai
B. Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam
C. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata
Correct Answer: Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata
Explanation:
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A. Value of Vaccination
B. The role of the veterinary profession in sustainable development to improve livelihoods.
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