Thursday, August 29, 2024

राष्ट्रीय खेल दिवस (29.08.2024)

 




click to play quiz on "NATIONAL SPORTS DAY 2024"

The National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29, the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. The day was STARTED  as India's National Sports Day  since 2012. 

The president gives away sport-related awards such as the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna,

Arjuna Award and Dronacharya Award on this day.

 Dhyan Chand had played a key role in India's three consecutive Olympic triumphs in 1928,

 1932 and 1936. Often referred to as ‘The Wizard’ for his incredible hockey skills,  

 he scored over 400 goals in his career that lasted from 1926 to 1948.

     Dhyan Chand's performance in the 1936 Berlin Olympic final is considered as one of his best. He was the top scorer in the game with 3 goals and India went on to easily defeat Germany 8-1.

 He was awarded India's third highest civilian honour of Padma Bhushan in 1956.

 Major Dhayan Chand was Born on August 29, 1905, in Prayagraj (formerly known as Allahabad), Dhyan Chand joined the British Indian Army as a sepoy at the age of 16. 

He exclusively played in army hockey tournaments between 1922 and 1926.  

He played his first international match in the year 1948.The legend was originally named Dhyan Singh and, according to reports, he received the nickname 'Chand' as he used to practise all night in the moonlight.

 Dhyan Chand died on December 3, 1979, in Delhi after going into a coma. 


National Sports Day is celebrated to promote the significance of sports and physical activity in the country. The day serves several important purposes:

1. Honouring Major Dhyan Chand's Legacy:

Major Dhyan Chand, born on August 29, 1905, is often called the "Wizard of Hockey" due to his extraordinary skills and contributions to Indian hockey. He played a crucial role in India's dominance in hockey during the early 20th century, leading the Indian team to win three Olympic gold medals. It was believed that once the ball hit his stick, it would only result in a goal. His achievements brought international recognition to Indian hockey, and his name became synonymous with excellence in the sport.

National Sports Day was established to commemorate his contributions and to inspire future generations to excel in sports.

2. Promoting the Importance of Sports:

The annual celebration of National Sports Day serves as a reminder of the value of sports in promoting overall wellbeing, mental health, and physical fitness. It emphasises how important athletics are for developing self-control, self-discipline, leadership qualities, and teamwork.

The day is an opportunity to promote physical activity and sports participation, which are essential components of a healthy lifestyle, particularly among young people.

3. Raising Awareness and Encouraging Participation:

National Sports Day aims to increase public awareness of health and sports. Numerous initiatives and events are organised to highlight the advantages of consistent physical exercise and to inspire more individuals to participate in sports.

Sports activities, workshops, and fitness programs are organized by schools, colleges, and sports organizations all across the nation to include the community and highlight the importance of leading an active lifestyle.

4. Government Initiatives and Fitness Movements:

The government often uses National Sports Day to launch new initiatives aimed at promoting sports and fitness. For example, the "Fit India Movement" was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on National Sports Day in 2019. This movement aims to encourage Indians to prioritise fitness and make it an integral part of their daily lives.

5. Building a Sports Culture:

National Sports Day plays a vital role in building and nurturing a sports culture in India. It serves as a reminder of the potential of sports to bring people together, foster national pride, and contribute to the country's global standing in various sports disciplines.

The day helps in emphasising the need for better sports infrastructure, support for athletes, and the development of sports at the grassroots level.





































Friday, August 23, 2024

NATIONAL SPACE DAY QUIZ 2024



 NATIONAL SPACE DAY QUIZ 2024



https://quiz.mygov.in/quiz/national-space-day-quiz/


माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी ने चंद्रयान-3 की चंद्रमा पर सफल लैंडिंग के उपलक्ष्य में 23 अगस्त को “राष्ट्रीय अंतरिक्ष दिवस” घोषित किया है। इस वर्ष, भारत गर्व के साथ अपनी पहली राष्ट्रीय अंतरिक्ष दिवस [NSpD-2024] “चंद्रमा को छूते हुए जीवन को छूना: भारत की अंतरिक्ष गाथा” विषय के साथ मना रहा है।

MY GOV.IN  पर हमारे साथ एक रोमांचक क्विज में शामिल हों जिसका उद्देश्य अंतरिक्ष अन्वेषण, खगोलीय चमत्कारों और अंतरिक्ष विज्ञान में भारत की उल्लेखनीय उपलब्धियों के बारे में आपकी जिज्ञासा को प्रज्वलित करना और आपके ज्ञान को गहरा करना है। खुद को चुनौती दें, अपनी समझ का परीक्षण करें और पूरे देश के अंतरिक्ष उत्साही लोगों के साथ प्रतिस्पर्धा करें। चाहे आप छात्र हों, पेशेवर हों या केवल ब्रह्मांड के प्रति उत्साही हों, यह क्विज सभी के लिए एक मजेदार और शैक्षिक अनुभव का वादा करता है। अभी भाग लें और सितारों में भारत की प्रेरणादायक यात्रा का हिस्सा बनें!

Gratifications:

1st Prize: INR. 1,00,000;
2nd Prize: INR. 75,000
3rd Prize: INR. 50,000
The next 100 winners will be rewarded with INR. 2,000
The next 200 winners will be rewarded with INR. 1,000

The top 100 winners will get the golden opportunity to visit ISRO.

पुरस्कार:

प्रथम पुरस्कार: रु. 1, 00,000
द्वितीय पुरस्कार: रु. 75,000
तृतीय पुरस्कार: रु. 50,000
अगले 100 विजेताओं को रु. 2,000 का पुरस्कार मिलेगा
अगले 200 विजेताओं को रु. 1,000 का पुरस्कार मिलेगा

शीर्ष 100 विजेताओं को इसरो का दौरा करने का सुनहरा अवसर मिलेगा।

NATIONAL SPACE DAY 2024

 






About National Space Day-2024

India became the fourth country to land on the moon and the first to reach its southern polar region on August 23, 2023. To honour this landmark achievement, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi announced August 23 as "National Space Day".


India is celebrating its maiden National Space Day [NSpD-2024] on August 23, 2024 with the theme "Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India's Space Saga."


A myriad of events will unfold highlighting India's remarkable achievements in space, profound benefits to the society, and boundless opportunities for people from all walks of life to engage with the Indian space programme. These celebrations will culminate into the main event at New Delhi on August 23, 2024.


The celebrations of National Space Day – 2024 at Bharat Mandapam on August 23, 2024 will be streamed on ISRO Website & ISRO YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Celebration of 145th Birth Anniversary of Munsi Premchand

 

 












Munshi Premchand (1880-1936) was an Indian writer, novelist, and playwright, widely regarded as one of the greatest Hindi writers of all time. He is known for his influential works in the Hindi-Urdu literature, which often explored themes of social reform, rural life, and the struggles of the common man.


Early Life:

Premchand was born Dhanpat Rai Srivastava on July 31, 1880, in Lamhi, a village in Uttar Pradesh, India. His father was a clerk in the postal department, and his mother was a homemaker. Premchand's early life was marked by poverty and hardship, which would later influence his writing.


Career:

Premchand began writing under the pseudonym "Nawab Rai" but later adopted the pen name "Premchand." He wrote his first novel, "Asrar-e-Ma'abid" (The Secrets of the Temple), in 1903. However, it was his novel "Sevasadan" (The House of Service), published in 1919, that brought him widespread recognition.


Some of Premchand's notable works include:


- "Godan" (The Gift of a Cow), considered his masterpiece

- "Nirmala," a novel about social reform

- "Kafan" (The Shroud), a short story collection

- "Mansarovar," a collection of eight volumes of short stories


Themes and Impact:

Premchand's writing often focused on:


- Social reform, particularly women's rights and the caste system

- Rural life and the struggles of the common man

- Indian independence and nationalism


His works had a significant impact on Indian literature and society, inspiring generations of writers and thinkers.


Legacy:

Premchand's legacy extends beyond his writing. He was a pioneer in promoting Hindi-Urdu literature and was instrumental in establishing the Progressive Writers' Movement in India. He remains one of the most celebrated and revered Indian writers of all time.

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