Q. The Arjuna Awards are given by _

A
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
B
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
C
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
D
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Solution:

Arjuna Award:

  • It was instituted in 1961 by the Government of India to recognise outstanding achievement in national sports events.
  • It is given for good performance over a period of previous four years and showing qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and a sense of discipline.
  • The award carries a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh, a bronze statue of Arjuna and a scroll of honour.
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