Sports Authority of India the apex body for sports promotion was set up in the year ........

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Sports Authority of India, the apex body for sports promotion, was set up in the year ____________.

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1990

1961

1984

1982

Explanation:

- Correct Answer: Option 3 - 1984

- The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was established in 1984 to promote sports and nurture talent across the nation. It functions under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, with the aim of fostering athletic excellence and managing training facilities.

- Option 1: 1990

- This date is incorrect for the founding of the Sports Authority of India, though during this period, sports in India were undergoing diversification and development.

- Option 2: 1961

- This year predates the establishment of SAI. However, the All-India Council of Sports was created in 1954 and was active around this time.

- Option 4: 1982

- This date marks the Asian Games held in New Delhi, which highlighted the need for structured sports governance, eventually leading to SAI's establishment in 1984.

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