Correct option is C
Correct Answer: C) 2009
The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar was instituted in 2009 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. It is awarded annually to organizations and individuals for their outstanding contribution to the promotion and development of sports in India.
The award is part of the National Sports Awards given each year.
It recognizes efforts in areas such as:
• Identification and nurturing of budding talent
• Encouragement to sports through Corporate Social Responsibility
• Employment to sportspersons
• Sports infrastructure developmentIt aims to encourage private and public sector initiatives in promoting sports at the grassroots level.
Winners receive a certificate and a trophy, but no cash prize is awarded under this category.
