The Scheme of Assistance to National Sports Federations (NSFs) has been extended to train and field national teams for national and international competitions between:

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) 2022 and 2026.

·         The Scheme of Assistance to National Sports Federations (NSFs) has been extended to support the training and participation of national teams in both national and international competitions for the period spanning 2021-22 to 2025-26, aligning with the XV Finance Commission Cycle.

·         This extension aims to bolster India's performance in major sporting events during this timeframe.

Key Details:

1. Duration of Extension:
• The scheme covers the financial years from 2021-22 to 2025-26, effectively supporting activities from 2022 to 2026.
2. Financial Outlay:
• An allocation of ₹1,575 crore has been approved for this period to enhance the preparation of national teams.
3. Targeted Competitions:
• The assistance is directed towards preparation for significant events, including:
• Commonwealth Games 2022
• Asian Games 2022
• Olympics & Paralympics 2024
• Asian & Commonwealth Games 2026