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Sports Policies Of India

 sports policies of india National Sports Policy 2001 following points are the highlights of the policy:   Upgradation and development of infrastructure,   Support to the national sports federations and appropriate bodies,   Strengthening of scientific and coaching support to sports,   Incentives to sportspersons,   Enhanced participation of women, tribals and rural youth,   Involvement of the corporate sector in sports promotion,   Creation of greater awareness among the public Khelo India Khelo India School Games was held recently which is going to have a pan India impact. The school children will get the exposure required. It ... Read more

Participation Of Indian Atheletes In Olympics And Para

 Participation of Indian Atheletes in Olympics and Para-Olympic Games Atheletes in Olympics India first participated at the Olympic Games in 1900, with a lone athlete (Norman Pritchard) winning two medals- both silver- in athletics. The nation first sent a team to the Summer Olympic Games in 1920, and has participated in every Summer Games since then. India has also competed at several Winter Olympic Games beginning in 1964. Indian athletes have won a total of 28 medals so far, all at the Summer Games. For a period of time, India national field hockey team was dominant in Olympic ... Read more

First Aid In Sport

 First Aid in Sports Acute Injuries The primary goal of sports injury first aid is to stop the activity and prevent further injury or damage. Most sports injuries that require immediate treatment are called “acute injuries.” These occur suddenly and generally cause the following symptoms or conditions:   Pain and swelling Cuts and abrasions Fractures Sprains and strains Concussion With an acute injury, it’s usually obvious what caused the injury. Nonetheless, determining the exact cause of the injury is an important part of making quick treatment decisions.   The first treatment for most acute soft tissue injuries (bruises, ... Read more

Eminent Players Of India

 Eminent Players of India Anup Sridhar Anup Sridhar, the 23 years old National Badminton Champion, made a triumphant mark in the year 2005 in the 30th Hungarian International. Winning this prestigious international tournament, Anup Sridhar attracted the attention of many a famous badminton personalities.  Anup Sridhar reached the quarter final of BWF World Championships in the year 2007 where he played against Lin Dan – one of the top seeds. Being a National Champion for two times, Anup Sridhar has become one of the most popular badminton players of India. Prakash Padukone Prakash Padukone is a renowned badminton ... Read more

National Awards Of Sports

 National Awards of Sports The Arjuna Awards are given by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India to recognize outstanding achievement in sports. Started in 1961, the award carries a cash prize of ₹ 500,000, a bronze statue of Arjuna and a scroll. Over the years the scope of the award has been expanded and a large number of sports persons who belonged to the pre-Arjuna Award era were also included in the list. Further, the number of disciplines for which the award is given was increased to include indigenous games and the physically handicapped ... Read more

Participation Of Indian Atheletes In Olympics And Para

 -Olympic Games Atheletes in Olympics India first participated at the Olympic Games in 1900, with a lone athlete (Norman Pritchard) winning two medals- both silver- in athletics. The nation first sent a team to the Summer Olympic Games in 1920, and has participated in every Summer Games since then. India has also competed at several Winter Olympic Games beginning in 1964. Indian athletes have won a total of 28 medals so far, all at the Summer Games. For a period of time, India national field hockey team was dominant in Olympic competition, winning eleven medals in twelve Olympics between ... Read more

National Awards Of Sports

 The Arjuna Awards are given by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India to recognize outstanding achievement in sports. Started in 1961, the award carries a cash prize of ₹ 500,000, a bronze statue of Arjuna and a scroll. Over the years the scope of the award has been expanded and a large number of sports persons who belonged to the pre-Arjuna Award era were also included in the list. Further, the number of disciplines for which the award is given was increased to include indigenous games and the physically handicapped category.  The Government revises the ... Read more