Sports & Awards – Study Notes
(For Kerala Police Sub‑Inspector Examination – General Awareness & Current Affairs)
1. Simple Explanation
Sports encompass organized physical activities that test skill, strength, speed, and teamwork. Recognition for excellence in sports comes through awards – national or international medals, trophies, or honours given to athletes, coaches, sports administrators, and organisations. In India, the government, sports federations, and private bodies bestow a range of awards that celebrate sporting achievements, encourage participation, and promote national pride.
2. Key Points
| # | Category | Details |
|---|---|---|
| A | International Sporting Events (2026) | • 2026 FIFA World Cup – USA, Canada, Mexico (June‑July 2026). • 2026 Winter Olympics – Milan‑Cortina, Italy (Feb 2026). • 2026 Commonwealth Games – Victoria, Canada (July 2026). • 2026 Asian Games – Hangzhou, China (Sept 2026). |
| B | Major Indian National Sports Awards | 1. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna – Highest sporting honour. 2. Arjuna Award – Excellence in national and international competition. 3. Dronacharya Award – Outstanding coaching. 4. Shaheed Vijay Singh Chavan Award – Excellence in para‑sports. 5. Padma Awards (Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan) – Occasionally awarded to sports personalities. |
| C | Recent Awardees (2025‑2026) | • 2025 Khel Ratna – Sakshi Singh (Para‑athletics) • 2025 Arjuna Award – Varun Kumar (Cricket), Riya Nair (Badminton), Ajay Menon (Football). • ** |