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Sports awards (India): In which year were the ‘‘Arjuna Awards’’ instituted? Recall the inaugural year of this national sports honor. Choose the correct option.

Q: Sports awards (India): In which year were the ‘‘Arjuna Awards’’ instituted? Recall the inaugural year of this national sports honor. Choose the correct option.

Fact The Arjuna Awards were instituted in 1961 to recognize outstanding achievement in sports and games. Final Answer 1961.

Difficulty: Easy

1956
1961
1966
1971

Correct Answer: 1961

Explanation:

Fact

The Arjuna Awards were instituted in 1961 to recognize outstanding achievement in sports and games.

Final Answer
1961.

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