Shri Sagar Kailas Ovhalkar was in news for being conferred with Arjuna Award 2022 for his outstanding contribution in which of the following sports?
This questions was previously asked in
Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023
Mallakhamb
Correct AnswerExplanation:
- Shri Sagar Kailas Ovhalkar was in the news for being honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award 2022. This award is presented to recognize excellence in sports in India.
- Option 1: Kabaddi - Kabaddi is a popular team sport native to the Indian subcontinent but is not the sport for which Sagar was awarded.
- Option 2: Chess - Chess is a board game of high strategy and intelligence, but it is not the sport associated with Ovhalkar’s recognition.
- Option 3: Judo - Judo is a modern martial art and Olympic sport originating from Japan, but it is not related to his award.
- Option 4: Mallakhamb - Mallakhamb is a traditional Indian sport involving gymnastic poses and wrestling grips on a vertical stationary or hanging wooden pole. Sagar Kailas Ovhalkar was recognized for his outstanding contribution to this sport.
- Correct Answer: Option 4: Mallakhamb
Shri Sagar Kailas Ovhalkar received the Arjuna Award for his excellence in the sport of Mallakhamb.
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