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[#921] Which prominent footballer from West Bengal is regarded as the Father of Indian Soccer?
Correct Answer

(A) Nagendra Prasad Sarbadhikary

Explanation

Solution: Nagendra Prasad Sarbadhikary is acknowledged as the Father of Indian Soccer for his prominent role in introducing soccer as a teenager in the year 1877 at Hare School in North Bengal.

[#922] Which of the following clubs is considered as one of the oldest clubs in the world?
Correct Answer

(A) Calcutta Cricket and Football club

Explanation

Solution: Calcutta Cricket and Football Club was founded in 1792 and is one of the oldest sports clubs in the world.

[#923] Which famous long distance swimmer from West Bengal was the first to cross the English Channel in 1958?
Correct Answer

(C) Mihir Sen

Explanation

Solution: Mihir Sen was a famous long distance swimmer. He is best known for being the first Indian to cross the English Channel from Dover to Calais in 1958.

[#924] Which award is given by West Bengal government to eminent coaches and trainers in various sports
Correct Answer

(D) Krira Guru Samman

Explanation

Solution: Krira Guru Samman award is given to eminent coaches and trainers, who have devoted themselves for the cause of coaching and training in sports. This award carries a cash incentive of 1 lakh rupees each along with a citation.

[#925] Which award given by West Bengal government is awarded to 2 sportsperson every year and carries a cash incentive of Rs. 5 lakh?
Correct Answer

(A) Lifetime Achievement Award in Sports

Explanation

Solution: Lifetime Achievement Award in Sports is given to maximum of 2 sportspersons every year. This award carries a cash incentive of 5 lakh rupees along with a citation. In 2013, Saurav Ganguly and Leander Paes received this award.