The Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur announced on 28 July 2023, in Lucknow, that 1000 Khelo India centres across the country will be dedicated to the nation in the next three months.
- The Khelo India campaign, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has provided a significant platform for identifying talented players in the country.
- The objective of the Khelo India campaign is not only to enhance sports infrastructure but also to nurture and support talented athletes.
- Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India University Games, and Khelo India Winter Games have provided platforms to more than 15,000 players.
- Women’s participation in sports has increased under the leadership of the Prime Minister, with athletes like Mirabai Chanu and PV Sindhu inspiring girls and women in the country.
Q.: What is the objective of the Khelo India campaign ?
a) To enhance sports infrastructure only
b) To nurture and support talented athletes only
c) To provide a platform for identifying talented players and enhance sports infrastructure
d) To provide platforms for different sports competitions
Ans : c) To provide a platform for identifying talented players and enhance sports infrastructure
