In which year did India host the Asian Games for the second time?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 1982

• India hosted the Asian Games for the second time in 1982 in New Delhi.

• These were the 9th Asian Games, held from November 19 to December 4, 1982.

• The first time India hosted the Asian Games was in 1951, also in New Delhi, which were the inaugural edition of the Games.

• The 1982 Asian Games marked a major modernization of Delhi's infrastructure and sports facilities, including the introduction of color television in India.

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• 1982 Asian Games were officially opened by then President Giani Zail Singh.
• The mascot of the Games was Appu, a baby elephant.
• India ranked 5th in the medal tally in 1982, with 13 gold medals.
• This event was managed by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
• It was the first Asian Games to be broadcast in color on Indian television.
• Major venues included Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.