Question

Select the correct objectives of 'Khelo India' Games among the following using the codes given below:
• [(i)] Providing scholarship to sports persons
• [(ii)] Promoting grassroot talent
• [(iii)] Providing structured training
• [(iv)] Promoting international level elite athletes

• A. (i), (ii) and (iii)
• B. (i), (iii) and (iv)
• C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
• D. (i) and (ii) only

Hint:

Khelo India focuses on:
• Talent Identification
• Scholarships
• Training Infrastructure
• Grassroots Sports Development

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Examine Statement (i).
Khelo India provides financial assistance and scholarships to talented sportspersons. \[ {\text{Statement (i) is correct}} \]

Step 2: Examine Statement (ii).
One of the primary objectives is to identify and nurture grassroots talent. \[ {\text{Statement (ii) is correct}} \]

Step 3: Examine Statement (iii).
The scheme also provides structured coaching and training facilities. \[ {\text{Statement (iii) is correct}} \]

Step 4: Examine Statement (iv).
The major focus is grassroots development rather than promoting already established international elite athletes. \[ {\text{Statement (iv) is not an objective}} \] Hence, \[ (i), (ii), (iii) \] are correct. \[ {\text{Option (A)}} \]