Jamnalal Bajaj Award
Arjuna Award
Tagore Award
Moortidevi Award
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The correct answer is: Arjuna Award.
The Arjuna Award is the second highest sporting honour of India, awarded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India to recognize outstanding performance in National and International sports. It is named after Arjuna, the Pandava prince in the Indian epic Mahabharata, who was known for his skills in archery.
The award was instituted in 1961 and is given annually to sportspersons who have excelled in their respective fields. The award consists of a cash prize, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with the Arjuna Award emblem.
Some of the notable recipients of the Arjuna Award include:
- P. V. Sindhu (Badminton)
- Saina Nehwal (Badminton)
- M. S. Dhoni (Cricket)
- Virat Kohli (Cricket)
- Sachin Tendulkar (Cricket)
- Leander Paes (Tennis)
- Sania Mirza (Tennis)
- Mary Kom (Boxing)
- Abhinav Bindra (Shooting)
- Neeraj Chopra (Javelin Throw)
The other options are:
- Jamnalal Bajaj Award: This award is given for outstanding contribution to trade and industry.
- Tagore Award: This award is given for outstanding contribution to literature and education.
- Moortidevi Award: This award is given for outstanding contribution to social service.