Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) Aichi-Nagoya
Explanation:
The 2026 Asian Games (also known as the 20th Asian Games) are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- Japan was awarded the hosting rights by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
- This will mark the third time Japan is hosting the Asian Games — previously, Tokyo hosted the games in 1958, and Hiroshima in 1994.
Information Booster:
- Asian Games are a continental multi-sport event held every four years, organized by the Olympic Council of Asia.
- The symbol of the Asian Games is the rising sun with interlocking rings.
- The 2022 edition was hosted by Hangzhou, China, and was postponed to 2023 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
19th Asian Games 2022 – Hangzhou, China:
- Sports: 40 sports and 61 disciplines across 54 venues
- Olympic Qualifiers: 9 sports (e.g., archery, boxing, hockey, etc.) will offer Paris 2024 quota spots
- Mascots: Robot trio – Chenchen, Congcong, Lianlian
- Torch: Named "Eternal Flame", inspired by Liangzhu Culture
- First-Time Events: Esports and Breaking (Breakdance) included as official sports for the first time
India’s Medal Tally at the 19th Asian Games 2023 – Hangzhou:
Total Medals: 107
- Gold: 28
- Silver: 38
- Bronze: 41
Milestone: First time India crossed 100 medals in Asian Games history