Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) India.
· The first Asian Games were held in India, specifically in New Delhi, in 1951.
· This multi-sport event was organized by the Asian Games Federation to promote unity and cooperation among Asian nations through sports.
· The Asian Games have since become a regular event held every four years.
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· The 1951 Asian Games featured athletes from 11 nations competing in six sports.
· The Asian Games are often referred to as the "Asiad" and are the second-largest multi-sport event after the Olympic Games.
Additional Information:
· Iran: Iran hosted the 7th Asian Games in 1974 in Tehran.
· Pakistan: Pakistan has never hosted the Asian Games.
· China: China hosted the 11th Asian Games in 1990 in Beijing and the 16th Asian Games in 2010 in Guangzhou.