In which year did India host second Asian Games?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) 1982.
· India hosted the second Asian Games in 1982 in New Delhi. These were the 9th edition of the Asian Games, also known as Asiad, and were held from 19th November to 4th December 1982.
Key Facts:
· New Delhi hosted the Games for the second time: India previously hosted the first-ever Asian Games in 1951, making New Delhi the first city to host the Games twice.
· Participating Nations: A total of 33 nations participated in the 1982 Asian Games, with over 4,500 athletes competing across various sports.
· Introduction of New Sports: The 1982 edition saw the introduction of several new sports, including rowing and golf, expanding the diversity of events.
· Mascot: The mascot of the 1982 Asian Games was Appu, an elephant, which became an iconic symbol of the event. Appu symbolized strength and determination, representing India’s cultural heritage.