Which of the following won the maximum number of total medals in the National Games 2023?

Correct option is A

· The 37th National Games were held in Goa from October 26 to November 9, 2023. Maharashtra emerged as the top performer, securing the highest number of total medals.
· The state's athletes clinched a total of 228 medals, comprising 80 gold, 69 silver, and 79 bronze. This outstanding performance earned Maharashtra the prestigious Raja Bhalindra Singh Trophy, awarded to the team with the most gold medals at the National Games.
· The Services Sports Control Board (SSCB), representing the Indian Armed Forces, finished second with 126 medals: 66 gold, 27 silver, and 33 bronze. Haryana secured the third position with 189 medals, including 62 gold, 54 silver, and 73 bronze.
· The National Games 2023 featured over 10,000 athletes competing across 43 sports disciplines, including traditional Olympic events and indigenous sports like mallakhamb, kho kho, and kabaddi. The event showcased India's diverse sporting talent and highlighted the importance of sports in fostering unity and excellence.
Key Highlights:
· Best Male Athlete: Olympic swimmer Srihari Nataraj was recognized as the best male athlete, securing eight gold, one silver, and one bronze medal.
· Best Female Athletes: Gymnasts Sanyukta Prasen Kale and Pranati Nayak were jointly named the best female athletes, each winning four gold and one silver medal.