Sport Awards

I want to get the details regarding the Sports Awards in India? Also tell me the Reputed Sports Awards in India?

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In India sports awards are presented by the Government of India to athletes and sports persons for their outstanding performances in the various fields of sports.

The Sports awards are given only in those events that fall under the Olympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, World Championship or the World Cup and also in Cricket.

The awards are also given for the National level competitions and for Sports intended for the Physically Challenged.

Reputed Sports Awards in India are:

Arjuna Awards

The Arjuna Awards is for the excellent performance by the sportspersons in various events.

The award holds a cash prize of INR 500,000, a bronze statue of Arjuna and a scroll.

Dronacharya Award

The Dronacharya Award is presented by the Indian Government for brilliance in sports coaching.

The award consists of a bronze figurine of Dronacharya, a cash price of Rupees 500,000 and a scroll of honor.

Dhyan Chand Award

The Dhyan Chand Award is the highest lifetime achievement award in sports and games in India and is presented by the Indian Government.

The award bears a cash prize of INR 500,000 rupees, a figurine, ceremonial dress and a scroll of honor.

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna –

In India, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award is the highest honor given for accomplishment in sports.

The award carries a medal, a significant cash price of Rupees 750,000 and a scroll of honour.

Other Sports Awards in India

The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Award is given mainly to the overall top winners in the Inter-University Tournaments.

Apart from these awards there are few other special awards from the Government of India that are given to the medal winners in international sporting events.

The Government also confers some cash awards.