Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Athletics
Explanation:
• Jyothi Yarraji was awarded the Arjuna Award 2024 for her outstanding performance in athletics, specifically in the 100m hurdles event.
• She is one of India’s top female hurdlers and has broken several national records in recent years.
• The Arjuna Awards 2024 were announced by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports on January 2, 2025.
• The award ceremony was held on January 17, 2025, and awards were conferred by President Droupadi Murmu.
• Other athletics awardees included Annu Rani and Sucha Singh (lifetime category).
Information Booster:
• The Arjuna Award is given for consistent outstanding performance in sports over four years.
• It includes a bronze statuette, a certificate, and a cash prize of ₹15 lakh.
Additional Knowledge:
(b) Chess
• Gukesh D was honoured with the Khel Ratna, not Arjuna, in 2024. Jyothi Yarraji is not associated with chess.
(c) Shooting
• Manu Bhaker received the Khel Ratna 2024 for shooting, not Jyothi Yarraji.
(d) Boxing
• While Indian boxers were recognized in other categories, Jyothi Yarraji is not a boxer.