What is the official name of Asian Games?
What is the official name of Asian Games?
The Asian Games, also known as Asiad, is a continental multi-sport event held every four years among athletes from all over Asia. The Games were regulated by the Asian Games Federation (AGF) from the first Games in New Delhi, India, until the 1978 Games.
Who is the father of Asian Games?
Guru Dutt Sondhi
Guru Dutt Sondhi (10 December 1890 – 20 November 1966) was a sports administrator in India, manager of the Indian Olympic team at three Olympics, founder of the Western Asiatic Games and the founder of the Asian Games Federation, which held the first Asiad.
Which country has hosted most Asian Games?
Jakarta has hosted the Southeast Asian Games more than any other country in the region, having staged the multi-sport event in 1979, 1987, 1997 and 2011, when they co-hosted with Palembang. Palembang is the seventh-largest city in Indonesia.
Who got first medal in Asian Games?
swimmer Neo Chwee Kok
Singaporean swimmer Neo Chwee Kok earned the honour of winning the first gold medal in the history of the Asian Games.
Why have we published this set of 10 Asian Games questions?
So to fulfil the requirements of the aspirants we have published this set of 10 questions based on the ongoing Asian Games. It is expected that this set will be useful to the aspirants preparing for examinations like IAS / PCS / SSC / Banking etc.
What is Asian Games Quiz 2018?
Asian Games Quiz 2018: The section covers quizzes on the 18th Asian Games, which was hosted by Jakarta and Palembang, Indonesia from August 18 to September 2, 2018. India concluded its run at the Asian Games with a record show that boasted of a total of 69 medals, including 15 gold, 24 silver and 30 bronze. 1.
When and where were the first Asian Games organized?
Explanation: The first Asian Games were organized in New Delhi, India in 1951. India hosted these games in 1982 also. 2. How many editions of Asian games have been organized so far? Explanation: The first Asian Games were organized in 1951 in New Delhi, India. Since then, Asian Games have been organized 17 times.
Where will the 18th edition of Asian Games be held?
The 18th edition of Asian Games began in Jakarta, Indonesia on August 18. The games will take place simultaneously in Jakarta, capital of Indonesia and Palembang, capital of the province of South Sumatra, so as to accommodate all branches of sports. 13. (b) Tajinder Pal Singh
