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A)
2
B)
4
C)
7
D)
10

Correct Answer : Option (A) - 2

The Sports ministry on Wednesday (20th Dec 2023) announced the National Sports Awards 2023. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023 will be given to Indian shuttlers Chirag Chandrashekhar Shetty and Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj for their contribution to Badminton.

Another 26 Sports persons will receive the Arjuna Awards for outstanding performance in Sports and Games 2023. Veteran seamer Mohammed Shami has also been picked for the Arjuna Awards for his brilliant performance for team India.

The awardees will receive their awards from the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 9, 2024.

National Sports Awards are given every year to recognize and reward excellence in sports.

‘Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award’ is given for the spectacular and most outstanding performance in the field of sports by a sportsperson over the period of the previous four years.


National Sports Awards are given every year to recognize and reward excellence in sports.

‘Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award’ is given for the spectacular and most outstanding performance in the field of sports by a sportsperson over the period of the previous four years.

‘Arjuna Award for outstanding performance in Sports and Games’ is given for good performance over a period of the previous four years and for showing qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and a sense of discipline.

‘Dronacharya Award for outstanding coaches in Sports and Games’ is given to coaches for doing outstanding and meritorious work on a consistent basis and for enabling sportspersons to excel in International events.

‘Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime achievement in Sports and Games’ is given to honour sportspersons who have contributed to sports by their performance and who continue to contribute to promotion of sports event after their retirement.

The overall top performing university in inter-university tournaments is given the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy.


List of Recipients Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023 :


* Chirag Chandrashekhar Shetty (Badminton)
* Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj (Badminton)
* Arjuna Awards for outstanding performance in Sports and Games 2023
* Ojas Pravin Deotale (Archery)
* Aditi Gopichand Swami (Archery)
* Sreeshankar M (Athletics)
* Parul Chaudhary (Athletics)
* Mohameed Hussamuddin (Boxing)
* R Vaishali (Chess)
* Mohammed Shami (Cricket)
* Anush Agarwalla (Equestrian)
* Divyakriti Singh (Equestrian Dressage)
* Diksha Dagar (Golf)
* Krishan Bahadur Pathak (Hockey)
* Pukhrambam Sushila Chanu (Hockey)
* Pawan Kumar (Kabbadi)
* Ritu Negi (Kabbadi)
* Nasreen (Kho-Kho)
* Pinki (Lawn Bowls)
* Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar (Shooting)
* Esha Singh (Shooting)
* Harinder Pal Singh Sandhu (Squash)
* Ayhika Mukherjee (Table Tennis)
* Sunil Kumar (Wrestling)
* Antim (Wrestling)
* Naorem Roshibina Devi (Wushu)
* Sheetal Devi (Para Archery)
* Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy (Blind Cricket)
* Prachi Yadav (Para Canoeing)
* Dronacharya Award for outstanding coaches in Sports and Games 2023
* Lalit Kumar (Wrestling)
* R. B. Ramesh (Chess)
* Mahaveer Prasad Saini (Para Athletics)
* Shivendra Singh (Hockey)
* Ganesh Prabhakar Devrukhkar (Mallakhamb).


Source : Argusenglish

A)
Punjab
B)
Tamil Nadu
C)
Haryana
D)
Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Haryana

Curtains came down on the first-ever Khelo India Para Games after a week-long celebrations of human spirit and inclusivity. In the games that had 173 gold medals up for grabs, Haryana bagged top honors with a total of 105 medals including 40 gold, 39 silver and 26 bronze medals.

Finishing second was Uttar Pradesh, with a total of 62 medals, including 25 gold, 23 silver and 14 bronze.

Tamil Nadu finished third with 20 gold, 8 silver and 14 bronze medals. While the Games witnessed star para athletes who were fresh from their Asian Para Games success in Hangzhou, China.

The likes of armless archer Sheetal Devi, discus thrower Yogesh Kathuniya, table tennis star Bhavina Patel, Parul Parmar, Nishad Kumar among several others, there were also some heart-warming performances by upcoming stars who defied physical limitations to finish on the podium.

Hailing the efforts of the participating, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Union minister of Youth Affairs and Sports and Information and Broadcasting said, "Today (17th Dec 2023), under these spotlights, we honor not just medals, but the resilient spirits and untold stories that have painted this arena. The Khelo India Para Games 2023 mark a historic chapter in our sports history, where participation eclipses mere victory. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, 'Kheloge toh khiloge.' These past days have etched moments of unwavering human spirits, forging new milestones, talents emerging, records falling, and prejudices shattered. This is the new India, envisioned by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.”

Rajesh T of Tamil Nadu, Sandeep Dangi of Haryana, Tulika Jadhao of Maharashtra, Ashmita of Assam are all names to reckon with for their incredible grit and determination. The Games also witnessed an Asian record being bettered by Pranav Soorma of Haryana who improved his Asian Para Games gold medal-winning performance of 30.01 with an effort of 33.54 metres in club throw event. He improved the Asian record of 31.09m held by Dharambir.


Sports superstars like Mary Kom, Harbhajan Singh, Anju Bobby George, Anjum Moudgil, Manu Bhaker, Viren Rasquinha, Ajay Jadeja among others made their presence felt at the victory ceremonies to honour the efforts of the para athletes and also lauded the Government of India and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for introducing para games in their flagship Khelo India events.

The action on final day also saw Kerala clinch a stupendous 7-0 win against Tamil Nadu in CP football with Y Jaya Surya scoring 3 goals while 4 goals were scored by A Growth. In table tennis, in the men’s Class-4 category, Sumit Sehgal of Haryana defeated Ramesh Chaudhary of Gujarat 3-0 (11-8, 11-7, 11-8) in the final to clinch gold medal.

Over 1450 para athletes from 32 states and Union Territories participated in the prestigious Khelo India Para Games which saw events in seven disciplines.


Other scores :

* Gajanan Parmar (MP) beat Shashidhar Kulkarni (KNT) 3-1 (11-9, 11-8, 7-11, 13-11) in the Men’s Class-8 category.

* Raj Aravindan Alagar (TN) beat Pawan Kumar Sharma (UP) 3-0 (11-2, 11-7, 11-7) in the Men’s Class-5 category

* Poonam (CHD) beat BhavikaKukadiya (GUJ) 3-1 (11-6, 7-11, 11-7, 11-5) in the Women’s Class-6 category

* Baby Sahana (TN) beat PruthviBarve (MHR) 3-0 (11-3, 11-6, 11-3) in the Women’s Class 9-10 category

* Prachi Pandey (UP) beat Dhwani Shah (GUJ) 3-0 (11-3, 11-6, 11-2) in the Women’s Class 7 category...

Source : PIB

A)
Karnataka
B)
Haryana
C)
Tamil Nadu
D)
Rajasthan

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Haryana

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2023 : Haryana beats Rajasthan by 30 runs to clinch maiden title.

* In a pulsating Vijay Hazare Trophy final, Sumit Kumar’s ubiquitous brilliance and Harshal Patel’s flashes of inspiration scripted Haryana’s 30-run win over Rajasthan and secured the state team’s first title triumph in more than 32 years at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium here on Saturday.

* With Abhijeet Tomar and Kunal Rathore soaking the pressure of a top-order collapse with a 121-run partnership for the fifth wicket, it was fitting that Sumit and Harshal combined to dismiss the former and help Haryana claw back.


Vijay Hazare Trophy Final Highlights

* After being taken to the cleaners in his first two spells, Harshal induced a miscued lofted shot over covers from Tomar only for Sumit to pull off a stunner at mid-off. A few overs later, Harshal got Rathore to slice one in the deep and usher in Rajasthan’s long tail.

* Sumit’s ability to move the ball both ways had Rajasthan reeling at 12 for three. After removing Ram Chouhan and Mahipal Lomror, Sumit got one to move in and trap Deepak Hooda leg-before, deflating the partisan crowd.


* Tomar staged a 68-run resistance for the fourth wicket with Karan Lamba before giving Haryana a mighty scare with Rathore. The duo’s intent against spin could have been the difference between the sides but Harshal had other ideas.

* Earlier, Ankit Kumar (88, 91b, 12x4. 1x6), and captain Ashok Menaria (70, 96b, 8x4) frustrated Rajasthan with a 124-run partnership for the third wicket after losing two wickets inside nine overs.

* The duo rebuilt during a 17-over phase of relentless spin bowling that yielded 78 runs. Rajasthan’s ploy of employing left-arm spinner Kukna Ajay Singh against right-hander Ankit and Hooda bringing himself into the attack to have a go at Menaria didn’t pay off.

* Aniket Choudhary eventually broke the alliance as the left-arm pacer rearranged Ankit’s stumps off the first ball of his second spell.

* With Ankit back in the hut, Menaria looked to crank through the gears but ended up flicking Choudhary’s full delivery into the hands of deep square-leg.

* Choudhary put down the marker for Arafat Khan and Khaleel Ahmed. Though Arafat had a disciplined start, nabbing Yuvraj Singh with a tight line and bounce, he strayed too wide and too full.

* Nishant Sindhu and Rahul Tewatia struck sprightly cameos, while Sumit (28 off 16), who elicited chants of “Surya, Surya” from a bunch of kids with a perilous scoop for six over fine-leg in a 14-run last over, was only warming up...


Source : The Hindu

A)
Pakistan
B)
Sri Lanka
C)
India
D)
Bangladesh

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Bangladesh

Wicketkeeper-batter Ashiqur Rahman Shibli continued his splendid run with a second century in five matches as Bangladesh crushed UAE by 195 runs to win the Under-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on December 17, 2023.

* Opening the batting, Ashiqur smashed 12 fours and one six in his knock of 129 (149 balls) as Bangladesh posted 282/8 after hosts UAE opted to field.

* In reply, UAE surrendered meekly to fold up for 87 in 24.5 overs as Bangladesh clinched the eight-nation tournament with five wins from as many games.



Source : The Hindu

A)
Tamil Nadu
B)
Maharashtra
C)
Uttar Pradesh
D)
Karnataka

Correct Answer : Option (A) - Tamil Nadu

Khelo India Games will be held in Tamil Nadu in January 2024. The State Government said that the games will be held in Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Trichy from 19th to 31st January, 2024.

More than 5,500 sports persons and over 1,600 coaches are expected to participate in the event.

More than 1000 referees and 1200 volunteers will be part of the sporting event in which 27 types of sport will be played.

For the first time, squash will be included in Khelo India games..

Source : AIR

A)
Adam Zampa
B)
Ravindra Jadeja
C)
Nathan Lyon
D)
Ravichandran Ashwin

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Nathan Lyon

Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon on Sunday (17th Dec 2023) became the 8th bowler to reach 500 Test wickets, holding the ball aloft after trapping Pakistan's Faheem Ashraf lbw to claim the milestone in his side's 360-run win in the series opener at Perth Stadium.

The 123-match veteran, affectionately nicknamed "The GOAT", further cemented his place among the "greatest of all time" during the third session to join Australia's Shane Warne (708) and Glenn McGrath (563) in the illustrious 500 club.

"I don't think it's hit me yet, but there's obviously been a lot of hard work go into the journey... It's pretty special to take 500 in my first Test back," Lyon, who took 3-66 and 2-14, told reporters.

After declaring at 233-5 after lunch on day four to set Pakistan 450 for victory, the hosts ripped through the tourists for 89 to take a 1-0 lead in the three match series, which continues in Melbourne on 26 Dec 2023.

Australia's seamers were dominant in their outing on day four, reducing the visitors to 48-4 before tea, but it was Lyon's 28th over lbw review which brought the crowd to life.

"I was quietly confident it would hit leg ... (but with) reviews, you're always nervous," he said.

The crowd roared their approval when Hawk-Eye showed the ball hitting Ashraf's stumps, giving Lyon his 500th.

Lyon, who debuted for Australia in 2011 after enjoying a rapid rise domestically, entered the match on 496 wickets..


Source : Reuters

A)
Sakshi Malik
B)
Nisha Dahiya
C)
Antim Panghal
D)
Geetika Jakhar

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Antim Panghal

Indian wrestler Antim Panghal has been named the Rising Star of the Year among women by the United World Wrestling (UWW), the sport’s global governing body. The 19-year-old dynamo, competing in the 53 kg category, has had a remarkable season that has not only garnered accolades but has also overshadowed senior stalwart Vinesh Phogat in the same weight class.


Antim Panghal’s Season of Triumph : Antim Panghal embarked on her remarkable journey this season with a silver in the Asian Championships, making a statement by defeating Japan’s Akari Fujimani, who had not lost a senior match in her career. The 19-year-old from Haryana further solidified her prowess by defending her U20 world champion title in Jordan, showcasing her dominance on the international stage.


Two-Time Junior World Champion : Hailing from Haryana, Antim Panghal has etched her name in history as the only two-time junior world champion for India, a testament to her exceptional skill and dedication to the sport. Her achievements in the junior category have laid a strong foundation for her rapid rise in the senior ranks.

Impactful Senior World Wrestling Championships Debut : Making her senior world wrestling championships debut in Belgrade, Serbia, Panghal left an indelible mark by securing the bronze medal. Her victory over Sweden’s two-time European champion Jonna Malmgren showcased her ability to compete at the highest level. Importantly, this win also secured the Paris 2024 Olympic quota for India in the women’s 53 kg category, adding another feather to her cap.


International Recognition : The United World Wrestling’s acknowledgment of Antim Panghal as the Rising Star of the Year underscores her emergence as a force to be reckoned with in women’s wrestling. Her achievements transcend national borders, making her a rising star on the global stage.


Other Awardees :

* In the men’s freestyle category, Greece’s Georgios Kougioumtsidis received the Rising Star of the Year award, while Azerbaijan’s Hasrat Jafarov took the honors in the Greco-Roman category.

* As Antim Panghal continues to script her success story, her journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring wrestlers and highlights the growing prowess of Indian women in the fiercely competitive world of wrestling.

A)
Yuvraj Singh
B)
MS Dhoni
C)
Rahul Dravid
D)
Saurabh Ganguly

Correct Answer : Option (B) - MS Dhoni

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that the board has decided to 'retire' MS Dhoni's No.7 jersey to honour his contribution to Indian cricket.

Dhoni last appeared for India in a World Cup semifinal against New Zealand in 2019. He announced his retirement on August 15, 2020, and no one has worn the No.7 jersey since.

Even Sachin Tendulkar's No.10 has not been worn by another player since his retirement in 2013, except bowler Shardul Thakur, who chose No.10 in his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in 2017 but was harshly criticised on social media. Since then, no one has worn a jersey with the number 10 written on the back.

"He is a legendary player. His contribution to Indian as well as world cricket is immense. To honour his contribution, the decision to retire number seven has been taken by the BCCI."

Retiring jerseys of the greats are a phenomenon in other sports as well. Following Michael Jordan's retirement, the Chicago Bulls retired the No. 23 jersey he wore.

Dinesh Karthik, India's wicketkeeper whose international career overlapped with Dhoni's, was among the first to call for the No.7 shirt to be retired after the World Cup-winning captain's retirement in 2020. Karthik and Dhoni both played in that disastrous World Cup quarterfinal against New Zealand...


Source : India Today

A)
Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto
B)
Jwala Gutta and N. Sikki Reddy
C)
Saina Nehwal and Dipika Pallikal
D)
PV Sindhu and Aishwarya Lekshmi

Correct Answer : Option (A) - Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto

India’s Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto won the women’s doubles title at the Guwahati Masters 2023 badminton tournament 10th Dec 2023.

* Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto, the second seeds at the BWF Super 100 tournament, beat the Taipei’s Sung Shuo Yun and Yu Chien Hui 21-13, 21-19 to win what was their second title as a pair.

* Results at the Guwahati Masters 2023 badminton tournament will count towards players’ qualifying rankings for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

* The Indian badminton duo won the Abu Dhabi Masters Super 100 tourney earlier this year. Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto also made the final of the Syed Modi International Super 300 tournament last week in Lucknow but lost the title decider to Japan’s Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi...


Source : AIR

A)
Deepti Sharma
B)
Nahida Akter
C)
Harmanpreet Kaur
D)
Annabel Sutherland

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Nahida Akter

Bangladesh’s slow left-arm spinner Nahida Akter has been announced as the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for November. She became the first-ever Bangladesh women’s player to win the award.


SA v BAN: Nahida Akter dismisses Dane van Niekerk on her second delivery

* Akter beat compatriot Fargana Hoque and Pakistan spinner Sadia Iqbal to win the award and was thrilled to accept the monthly honour.

* “This is a moment to cherish," Akter said.

* "To be recognised by such a distinguished panel of cricket experts mean a lot and winning the ICC Women Player of the Month award will be a massive source of inspiration and motivation for me.
 
* “We have played some amazing cricket in recent months and I am so happy to have contributed to the successes we have tasted as a team. I must thank my captain, coaches and teammates for always believing in me and that has allowed me to play my natural game against quality opponents and perform under pressure.”

* Akter’s seven ODI wickets at an average of 14.14 were instrumental in setting up an important series win for Bangladesh during November, with her haul earning the Player of the Series award.


WICKET: Matthews falls to Nahida Akter's first ball

* In the first game, Bangladesh were dismissed for merely 81, but the slow left-arm spinner didn’t give up. She struck thrice before Pakistan eventually managed to overhaul the modest total.

* In the second ODI, she finished with 1/43 and broke a pivotal stand between Diana Baig and Najiha Alvi. Bangladesh eventually tied the game, and Nahida was given the responsibility of bowling the Super Over. The 23-year-old gave away just seven runs and scalped two wickets. The batters then finished the job by chasing down the score and levelling the series.


ICC T20WC Qualifier: USA v BAN - Nahida Akter's message to the fans

* The final game saw her pick up 3/26 and help restrict Pakistan to 166/9. This total was eventually hauled in by the Bangladesh batters in the 47th over.

* The sensational youngster is already the highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in T20Is and the third-highest for them in ODIs..


Source : icc-cricket