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[THE VERDICT]: Sitter for serious news readers; Trap for those who ignored the 'Sports' page. Source: Any standard Current Affairs compilation (PT 365, etc.). [THE CONCEPTUAL TRIGGER]: Current Affairs > International Events > Sports Diplomacy. The specific theme is 'Structural Changes in Global Sports'. [THE HORIZONTAL EXPANSION]: Memorize the 'Identity Card' for the next Games (Paris 2024): Motto ('Games Wide Open'), Mascot (The Phryges), New Sport (Breaking/Breakdancing), and the return of Cricket in LA 2028. [THE STRATEGIC METACOGNITION]: Stop memorizing winners of every heat. Instead, ask: What makes *this* edition unique? (e.g., Tokyo 2020 was unique for 'Urban Sports' like Skateboarding and the return of Baseball due to Japanese popularity).

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Q59 (IAS/2021) Miscellaneous & General Knowledge › Sports, Games & Awards › Olympic Games and medals Official Key

Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics : 1. The official motto for this Olympics is 'A New World'. 2. Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, Karate and Baseball are included in this Olympics. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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Your answer: — · Correct: B

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The correct answer is Option 2.

Statement 1 is incorrect: The official motto for the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020) was "United by Emotion". The motto "A New World" was actually used for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Therefore, statement 1 is factually wrong.

Statement 2 is correct: The Tokyo 2020 Games introduced several new sports to appeal to a younger audience and reflect the evolving nature of global athletics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved the inclusion of Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, and Karate as new additions. Additionally, Baseball (along with Softball) made a return to the Olympic program for the first time since 2008.

Since only the second statement accurately describes the events of the 32nd Summer Olympics, Option 2 is the right choice.

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Detailed Concept Breakdown

8 concepts, approximately 16 minutes to master.

1. Structure of the Modern Olympic Movement (basic)

The Modern Olympic Movement is far more than just a biennial sporting event; it is a global, permanent structure governed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, the IOC acts as the supreme authority, ensuring that the Olympic Charter—the set of rules and guidelines for the Games—is upheld. Much like major global bodies like the UN seek reforms to reflect the "realities of contemporary world politics" Contemporary World Politics, International Organisations, p.51, the Olympic Movement continuously evolves its structure to remain relevant and inclusive of all corners of the globe.

The movement rests on three main pillars that work in a hierarchical yet collaborative fashion:

The IOC: The top-level governing body that selects host cities and manages broadcasting rights.
International Federations (IFs): These are independent organizations responsible for the integrity and rules of specific sports globally (e.g., FIFA for football or FIBA for basketball).
National Olympic Committees (NOCs): These bodies represent the movement within individual countries, such as the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Their role is to develop athletes and send them to the Games.

A powerful visual representation of this unity is the Olympic Symbol. The five interlocking rings represent the gathering of sportspeople from across the world. Specifically, these rings symbolise the five inhabited continents — Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe Exploring Society: India and Beyond, Oceans and Continents, p.35. This design highlights the movement's goal of universal participation, transcending political and geographical boundaries to celebrate human excellence and speed Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.120.

Key Takeaway The Olympic Movement is a structured hierarchy led by the IOC, supported by International Federations (for sports rules) and National Olympic Committees (for country representation), all unified by the five-ring symbol of global inhabited continents.

Sources: Contemporary World Politics, International Organisations, p.51; Exploring Society: India and Beyond, Oceans and Continents, p.35; Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.120

2. Olympic Symbols, Mottos, and Traditions (basic)

To understand the Olympic Games, we must first look at the symbols and mottos that define their spirit. These aren't just decorations; they are powerful tools of communication. Much like how the 19th-century German nationalists used symbols like the oak leaves to signify heroism or the olive branch to represent peace India and the Contemporary World – II, The Rise of Nationalism in Europe, p.24, the Olympic movement uses imagery to promote a message of global unity and human excellence.

The most iconic symbol is the Olympic Rings. Designed by Pierre de Coubertin, the five interlaced rings (blue, yellow, black, green, and red) on a white background represent the five inhabited continents of the world. It is a beautiful expression of diversity—similar to how ancient Indian art depicted figures in different colors to represent various ethnicities History Class XI (Tamilnadu State Board), Cultural Development in South India, p.128. Interestingly, every national flag in the world contains at least one of the six colors (including the white background) found on the Olympic flag.

Beyond symbols, the Olympics are guided by a Motto. For over a century, the official Latin motto was Citius, Altius, Fortius (Faster, Higher, Stronger). However, in 2021, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) added a fourth word: Communiter (Together), recognizing the need for solidarity during global challenges. Just as administrative bodies like the CBI have a motto to define their mission—Industry, Impartiality, and Integrity Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth, Central Bureau of Investigation, p.503—the Olympic motto serves as a North Star for athletes worldwide.

Tradition/Symbol	Significance
Olympic Flame	Lit in Olympia, Greece, using sunlight; represents the link between ancient and modern games.
The Oath	Taken by athletes, coaches, and officials to ensure fair play and sportsmanship.
Host Mottos	Specific to each game (e.g., Tokyo 2020: "United by Emotion"; Rio 2016: "A New World").

Remember The Olympic Motto "C.A.F.C.": Citius (Faster), Altius (Higher), Fortius (Stronger), and the new Communiter (Together).

Key Takeaway Olympic symbols and mottos evolve to reflect the times, shifting from a focus on individual excellence (Higher, Faster, Stronger) to include collective unity (Together).

Sources: India and the Contemporary World – II, The Rise of Nationalism in Europe, p.24; History Class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.), Cultural Development in South India, p.128; Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.), Central Bureau of Investigation, p.503

3. India's Journey at the Olympics (basic)

India’s Olympic journey is a story of transition from colonial-era participation to a golden age of hockey, and eventually to a resurgence in individual sporting excellence. Our story began in 1900 at the Paris Olympics, where Norman Pritchard, representing India, won two silver medals in athletics. However, India's identity as a global sporting powerhouse was truly forged on the hockey field. One of the most pivotal figures in this history was Jaipal Singh Munda, a brilliant sportsman and educationist born in present-day Jharkhand. He served as the captain of the first Indian national hockey team that clinched the gold medal at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics Democratic Politics-I, CONSTITUTIONAL DESIGN, p.24. This victory sparked a 'Golden Era' for Indian hockey, resulting in six consecutive gold medals between 1928 and 1956. Following India's independence in 1947 Indian Polity, Citizenship, p.65, the nation began to find its footing in individual sports. Kashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav broke new ground by winning a bronze medal in wrestling at the 1952 Helsinki Games, becoming independent India's first individual medalist. After a period of limited success, the 1996 Atlanta Olympics marked a turning point when Leander Paes won bronze in tennis. This was followed by a historic milestone in 2000, when Karnam Malleswari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal (Bronze in weightlifting). In recent years, India has significantly expanded its Olympic footprint. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics (the 32nd Summer Games) were particularly historic, featuring the motto 'United by Emotion'. These games reflected the changing landscape of global sports by introducing newer disciplines such as Sport Climbing, Surfing, and Skateboarding to appeal to younger generations. India achieved its best-ever tally of seven medals at Tokyo, headlined by Neeraj Chopra's gold in Javelin Throw, which was India's first-ever track and field gold medal.

1900 — Norman Pritchard wins India's first medals (Silver in Athletics).

1928 — Jaipal Singh Munda leads India to its first Hockey Gold.

1952 — K.D. Jadhav wins independent India's first individual medal.

2000 — Karnam Malleswari becomes the first Indian woman medalist.

2008 — Abhinav Bindra wins India's first individual Gold medal.

2020 — India achieves its highest medal tally (7) at the Tokyo Games.

Key Takeaway India's Olympic legacy evolved from a long-standing dominance in team hockey to a modern era of diverse individual achievements across various disciplines.

Sources: Democratic Politics-I, CONSTITUTIONAL DESIGN, p.24; Indian Polity, Citizenship, p.65

4. Sports Integrity: Anti-Doping and Ethics (intermediate)

To understand the Olympic Games, we must look beyond the physical feats and examine Sports Integrity—the moral framework that ensures competition is fair, safe, and honest. At its core, integrity in sports is threatened by doping (the use of prohibited performance-enhancing substances), match-fixing, and ethical misconduct. The global fight against doping is led by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), established in 1999 following major scandals in professional cycling. WADA coordinates the World Anti-Doping Code, a set of rules that harmonizes anti-doping policies across all sports and all countries to ensure a 'level playing field.'

In the Indian context, the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) serves as the primary body responsible for promoting, coordinating, and monitoring the doping control program. Much like how the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is a specialized central body empowered to investigate specific offenses that threaten national security M. Laxmikanth, National Investigation Agency, p.513, NADA operates with a specific mandate to protect the 'Spirit of Sport' in India. This 'Spirit' is defined by ethics, fair play, and health, rather than just the absence of illegal substances. Key mechanisms used by these agencies include:

Whereabouts Clause: Athletes must inform anti-doping organizations about their location for one hour every day to allow for out-of-competition testing.
Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE): A process where an athlete can request permission to take a prohibited substance if they have a legitimate medical condition.
Biological Passport: An electronic record that monitors an athlete's biological variables over time to detect indirect evidence of doping.

Ethically, the Olympics also demand respect for national symbols and protocols. Just as the Flag Code of India, 2002, dictates the dignified display of the national flag by government organizations M. Laxmikanth, World Constitutions, p.731, Olympic protocols require strict adherence to national identity and symbols during medal ceremonies. Integrity, therefore, is not just about avoiding drugs; it is about upholding the Olympic Values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect.

Concept	Purpose	Agency
Anti-Doping	Preventing unfair chemical advantages	WADA / NADA
Ethical Conduct	Preventing match-fixing and corruption	IOC Ethics Commission
Compliance	Standardizing rules globally	World Anti-Doping Code

Sources: M. Laxmikanth, National Investigation Agency, p.513; M. Laxmikanth, World Constitutions, p.731

5. Government Schemes for Sports Promotion in India (intermediate)

In the pursuit of global excellence, India has shifted its sports policy from mere participation to a high-performance-oriented approach. At the heart of this transformation is the idea that sports are not just about physical activity, but a medium for inclusive growth and national prestige. Just as the five Olympic rings symbolize the gathering of sportspeople from across the inhabited continents Exploring Society: India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI, Oceans and Continents, p.35, India’s domestic schemes aim to bridge the gap between rural talent and global arenas through targeted intervention.

The flagship initiative of the Government is the Khelo India Programme. Launched to revive the sports culture at the grassroots level, it focuses on identifying young talent and providing them with an annual financial scholarship of ₹5 lakh for eight consecutive years. This reflects a shift toward regional development and planning, ensuring that talent from remote corners of the country is not lost due to a lack of resources Geography of India, Majid Husain, Regional Development and Planning, p.20. By focusing on both the quantity of participants and the quality of training, the government follows a "direct attack" strategy on the barriers that prevent athletes from succeeding Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania, Economic Growth versus Economic Development, p.23.

For elite athletes, the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) is the crown jewel of India's sports strategy. While Khelo India builds the foundation, TOPS provides customized support to potential medal winners. This includes hiring world-class foreign coaches, providing specialized equipment, and funding international exposure trips. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) acts as the implementing agency, managing the high-performance centers that monitor the speed, motion, and performance metrics of athletes to ensure they remain competitive at the highest levels Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.120.

Scheme Name	Primary Focus	Key Benefit
Khelo India	Grassroots Talent Identification	8-year scholarship & infrastructure development
TOPS	Olympic Medal Prospects	Customized training and foreign coaching

Remember Khelo India is for the Masses (Grassroots); TOPS is for the Medals (Elite).

Key Takeaway India's sports promotion strategy follows a dual-pathway: building a broad talent base through Khelo India and providing specialized, elite-level support through the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) to secure Olympic glory.

Sources: Exploring Society: India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI, Oceans and Continents, p.35; Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.120; Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania, Economic Growth versus Economic Development, p.23; Geography of India, Majid Husain, Regional Development and Planning, p.20

6. National Sports Awards and Recognition (intermediate)

In India, the recognition of excellence is a vital part of the state's philosophy, whether it is in the field of public service, art, or sports. Just as the Bharat Ratna and Padma Awards represent the highest civilian honors—with the Bharat Ratna restricted to a maximum of three recipients per year as noted in Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.), Fundamental Rights, p.85—the National Sports Awards serve as the pinnacle of recognition for Indian athletes and coaches. These awards are typically conferred by the President of India on August 29th, celebrated as National Sports Day to mark the birth anniversary of the hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.

The hierarchy of these awards is designed to reward consistent performance and leadership. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (formerly the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna) is the highest sporting honor in the country. It is awarded for the most spectacular and outstanding performance by a sportsperson over a period of four years. Closely following is the Arjuna Award, which recognizes not just good performance over four years, but also qualities of leadership, sportsmanship, and a sense of discipline. While civilian awards like the Padma series have seen brief interruptions in the past, such as between 1978-79 and 1993-97 Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.), Fundamental Rights, p.85, the sports awards remain a consistent annual tradition to inspire the youth.

Recognition also extends beyond the athletes to the ecosystem that supports them. The Dronacharya Award is unique because it honors coaches who have enabled their trainees to achieve international excellence. For those who continue to contribute to the promotion of sports even after their active career has ended, the Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime Achievement is presented. This tiered system ensures that every stage of a sporting journey—from the grueling training under a coach to the glory of an Olympic podium and the subsequent mentorship of the next generation—is valued by the nation.

Award	Primary Purpose	Key Criterion
Khel Ratna	Highest Sporting Honor	Outstanding performance over 4 years
Arjuna Award	Recognition of Achievement	Performance + Leadership/Discipline
Dronacharya	Coaching Excellence	Producing medalists in international events
Dhyan Chand Award	Lifetime Achievement	Contribution to sports after retirement

Key Takeaway The Khel Ratna is India’s highest sporting honor for elite performance over four years, while the Dronacharya and Dhyan Chand awards recognize coaching and lifetime contributions respectively.

Sources: Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.), Fundamental Rights, p.85

7. Key Highlights of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020) (exam-level)

The 32nd Summer Olympics, held in Tokyo in 2021 (though branded as Tokyo 2020), was a landmark event that balanced tradition with a modern, youth-centric vision. The Games were held under the official motto "United by Emotion", a phrase that encapsulated the global community's resilience during the pandemic. It is vital for aspirants to distinguish this from previous mottos; for instance, the 2016 Rio Olympics used "A New World". Tokyo's connection to the Olympic movement is deep-rooted, as the 1964 Tokyo Games previously served as Japan's symbolic "coming of age," showcasing their technological leap with the Shinkansen (bullet trains) Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.), Paths to Modernisation, p.165.

A defining feature of Tokyo 2020 was the modernization of the sports program. To appeal to a younger demographic, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) introduced four brand-new sports: Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, and Karate. Furthermore, the Games saw the return of Baseball and Softball, which had been absent from the Olympic roster since 2008. These additions reflect the evolving nature of global athletics, moving from traditional stadium sports to those that utilize urban landscapes and natural elements like waves and rock faces.

Beyond the sports, the Games celebrated the unity of humanity. The iconic five Olympic rings, representing the five inhabited continents (Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe), served as a reminder of global cooperation Exploring Society: India and Beyond, Social Science-Class VI, Oceans and Continents, p.35. Technologically, the event pushed boundaries in precision; the measurement of time in sprint events has become so advanced that winners are identified even when crossing the finish line almost simultaneously, a feat that continues to inspire young athletes worldwide Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.105.

Remember 32nd Olympics (Tokyo): S-S-S-K (Surfing, Skateboarding, Sport Climbing, Karate) were the new kids on the block!

Key Takeaway Tokyo 2020 modernized the Olympics by introducing youth-focused sports like Skateboarding and Surfing under the unifying motto "United by Emotion."

Sources: Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.), Paths to Modernisation, p.165; Exploring Society: India and Beyond, Social Science-Class VI, Oceans and Continents, p.35; Science-Class VII, Measurement of Time and Motion, p.105

8. Solving the Original PYQ (exam-level)

Now that you have mastered the fundamentals of International Sporting Organizations and the evolution of the Olympic Movement, this question serves as a perfect test of your factual precision. UPSC often bridges the gap between static institutional knowledge and dynamic Current Affairs by focusing on specific event identities. In this case, the building blocks involve distinguishing between the branding (mottoes) and the programmatic shifts (newly included sports) that define a specific Olympic cycle, such as the Tokyo 2020 (32nd Summer Olympics).

To arrive at the correct answer, let's apply a systematic walkthrough. When examining Statement 1, you must identify the "Temporal Displacement" trap. While 'A New World' sounds like a legitimate Olympic motto, it was the identity of the 2016 Rio Olympics; the Tokyo Games were defined by the theme 'United by Emotion' to reflect global resilience. Turning to Statement 2, your knowledge of the Olympic Agenda 2020—which allows host cities to propose sports—comes into play. The inclusion of Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, and Karate, alongside the return of Baseball/Softball, was a historic move to modernize the Games. Therefore, with Statement 1 being factually misplaced and Statement 2 being entirely accurate, the logical conclusion is (B) 2 only.

UPSC frequently uses familiarity traps like Option (C), which lures candidates who recognize a phrase but fail to link it to the correct year. This highlights the importance of contextual memory. By grouping sports categories and branding with their respective host cities, as suggested in Manorama Yearbook and other major current affairs modules, you can avoid these common pitfalls. Remember, the key to cracking such questions is not just memorization, but the ability to filter facts through the specific timeline requested by the examiner.

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Q. Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics : 1. The official motto for this Olympics is 'A New World'. 2.…

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This is a classic 'Mega-Event Identity' question. UPSC ignores daily match results but focuses on the structural identity of the event: Motto, Mascot, and New Sports. If a global event happens, you must know its 'Bio-data', not just the medal tally.

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Statement 1: Was "A New World" the official motto of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?
Statement 2: Was Sport Climbing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?
Statement 3: Was Surfing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?
Statement 4: Was Skateboarding included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?
Statement 5: Was Karate included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?
Statement 6: Was Baseball included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Statement 1

Was "A New World" the official motto of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Weak / unclear Fairness: Borderline / guessy

Indirect textbook clues

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165

Strength: 4/5

“The 1964 Olympics held in Tokyo marked a symbolic coming of age. In much the same way the network of high-speed Shinkansen or bullet trains, started in 1964, which ran at 200 miles per hour (now it is 300 miles per hour) have come to represent the ability of the Japanese to use advanced technologies to produce better and cheaper goods. The 1960s saw the growth of civil society movements as industrialisation had been pushed with utter disregard to its effect on health and the environment. Cadmium poisoning, which led to a painful disease, was an early indicator, followed by mercury poisoning in Minamata in the 1960s and problems caused by air pollution in the early 1970s.”

Why relevant

Describes how the 1964 Tokyo Olympics were explicitly used as a symbolic 'coming of age' for Japan, showing host cities use Olympics to project themes of modernization and national renewal.

How to extend

A student could use this pattern (hosts adopt thematic slogans) to check whether Tokyo 2020 similarly adopted a thematic motto by comparing official Tokyo 2020 communications or branding.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 3/5

“You may have seen the five Olympic rings, one of the symbols of the Olympic Games. They symbolise the gathering of sportspeople from all over the world. The rings were chosen to represent five inhabited continents — Africa, America, Asia, Australia and Europe. Now let us look at the diagram on page 36, which is based on the list of seven continents. It does not show their actual shapes, but their relative sizes.”

Why relevant

Explains that Olympic symbols (the five rings) convey high-level themes like global gathering and unity, implying host mottos often align with such universal concepts.

How to extend

One could test if 'A New World' fits typical Olympic thematic language and then verify against Tokyo 2020's official symbol/text on IOC or Tokyo 2020 sites.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Notes Tokyo's role in Olympic history (1964 as first Asian host), indicating Tokyo's Games have historical branding choices tied to national image across different editions.

How to extend

Use this to justify comparing wording/themes between the 1964 Tokyo Games and the 2020 Tokyo Games (e.g., whether 'A New World' echoes past Tokyo themes) and then check official Tokyo 2020 sources.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > CAR-CLUB > p. 163

Strength: 3/5

“Moga: An abbreviation for 'modern qirl'. It represented the coming together in the twentieth century of ideas of gender equality, a cosmopolitan culture and a developed economy. The new middleclass families enjoyed new forms of travel and entertainment. Transport in cities improved with electric trams, public parks were opened from 1878, and department stores began to be built. In Tokyo, the Ginza became a fashionable area for Ginbura, a word combining 'Ginza' and 'burbura' (walking aimlessly). The first radio stations opened in 1925. Matsui Sumako, an actress, became a national star with her portrayal of Nora in the Norwegian writer Ibsen's A Doll's House.”

Why relevant

Discusses cultural modernization and concepts ('coming together' of modern ideas in Tokyo), showing hosts may select mottos emphasizing modernity or new eras.

How to extend

A student can see that 'A New World' would fit a modernization theme, then seek primary Tokyo 2020 materials (organising committee statements, opening ceremony text) to confirm or refute the phrase as an official motto.

Statement 2

Was Sport Climbing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source

Presence: 5/5

""The [2020 Summer Olympics](/wiki/2020_Summer_Olympics "2020 Summer Olympics") in Tokyo saw the introduction of four new sports, with [karate](/wiki/Karate_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Karate at the Summer Olympics"), [skateboarding](/wiki/Skateboarding_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Skateboarding at the Summer Olympics"), [sport climbing](/wiki/Sport_climbing_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Sport climbing at the Summer Olympics") and [surfing](/wiki/Surfing_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Surfing at the Summer Olympics") making their Olympic debuts.""

Why this source?

Explicitly states sport climbing was one of four new sports introduced at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Directly ties sport climbing to making its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020.

Web source

Presence: 4/5

""* [Sport climbing](/wiki/Sport_climbing_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics \"Sport climbing at the 2020 Summer Olympics\")""

Why this source?

Lists sport climbing among the events at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Shows sport climbing as an official event link for Tokyo 2020.

Web source

Presence: 4/5

""[Sport climbing](/wiki/Sport_climbing_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics \"Sport climbing at the 2020 Summer Olympics\")""

Why this source?

Includes a table/list entry linking sport climbing to the 2020 Summer Olympics page.
Provides additional confirmation that sport climbing was part of the Tokyo 2020 program.

Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 11: Industries > 6. Adventure Tourism > p. 93

Strength: 4/5

“India has enormous potential for adventure tourism. For example: (i) river rafting and kayaking in Himalayas, (ii) mountain climbing in Himalayas, (iii) rock climbing, (iv) skiing in Gulmarg and Auli, (v) boat racing in Kerala, (vi) paragliding in Maharashtra, etc.”

Why relevant

Lists 'rock climbing' and 'mountain climbing' among recognised adventure/sports activities, showing climbing is an established organised sport/activity.

How to extend

A student could note that an established activity like rock climbing is plausibly proposed for Olympic inclusion and check Olympic programme lists for Tokyo 2020 to confirm.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 3: Landforms and Life > Life in the mountains > p. 49

Strength: 3/5

“slopes by cutting steps into the slope (Fig. 3.5). This is called terrace farming. In many mountainous regions of the world, herding is the preferred occupation over agriculture. Tourism is often an important source of income for the people living in the mountains. The crisp mountain air and scenic beauty attract many tourists. Some tourists also go to the mountains for sports such as skiing, hiking, mountaineering and paragliding. For many centuries, people have also travelled to these uplands for pilgrimages to holy sites. But an excessive inflow of visitors can also put the fragile mountain environment under pressure; it is often difficult to find the right balance.”

Why relevant

Mentions people going to mountains for sports such as mountaineering and climbing, indicating climbing has long-standing sporting status.

How to extend

Use the fact that climbing is a longstanding sport to investigate whether the IOC added it to the Tokyo 2020 programme.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165

Strength: 2/5

Why relevant

Refers to Tokyo hosting the 1964 Olympics, establishing Tokyo as a historical Olympic host city and making the question about Tokyo 2020 contextually relevant.

How to extend

Combine the fact Tokyo hosted previous Olympics with knowledge that Tokyo hosted the 32nd Summer Olympics in 2020, then check the official sports list for that edition.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 2/5

Why relevant

Explains the Olympic Games symbol and global nature of the Games, implying the Olympics incorporate a variety of sports from around the world.

How to extend

Given the Games include diverse sports, a student could reasonably search official Tokyo 2020 sport additions to see if climbing was among them.

Statement 3

Was Surfing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* [Surfing](/wiki/Surfing_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Surfing at the 2020 Summer Olympics")"

Why this source?

The passage is from the 2020 Summer Olympics page and lists the sports contested.
It explicitly names 'Surfing' as one of the events at the 2020 Summer Olympics.

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* [Surfing](/wiki/Surfing_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Surfing at the 2020 Summer Olympics") (2)"

Why this source?

This passage enumerates events at the 2020 Games and includes Surfing in the list.
The line ties Surfing directly to the 2020 Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020).

Web source

Presence: 4/5

"[Surfing](/wiki/Surfing_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Surfing at the 2020 Summer Olympics")"

Why this source?

The passage (event/schedule fragment) references Surfing within the 2020 Olympics context.
It shows Surfing as an included sport entry on the Tokyo 2020 page.

Certificate Physical and Human Geography , GC Leong (Oxford University press 3rd ed.) > Chapter 31: Settlements and Towns > Location of settlements > p. 314

Strength: 4/5

“Tokyo is located at the end of the sheltered Tokyo Bay. A dredge channel enables ships of over 10, 000 tonnes.”

Why relevant

Describes Tokyo's location at the end of a sheltered Tokyo Bay, indicating the city/region has coastal waters and maritime access.

How to extend

A student could use a map to identify nearby beaches or coastal venues in the Tokyo region (or nearby prefectures) that might host open-water sports like surfing.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Notes Tokyo as an Olympic host (1964) and situates Tokyo historically as an Olympic city, linking the location to the Games.

How to extend

Knowing Tokyo hosts Olympic events, a student could look up the specific sports program for the 2020 Games to see whether surfing was added to Tokyo 2020.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 2/5

Why relevant

Explains the Olympic rings and the global scope of the Games, implying the Olympics include a wide variety of sports drawn from worldwide practice.

How to extend

A student might infer the IOC sometimes adds sports reflecting global participation and then check whether surfing — a worldwide coastal sport — was among additions for Tokyo 2020.

Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 8: Measurement of Time and Motion > Exploratory Projects > p. 120

Strength: 2/5

“Gather the timings of the winners of the races — 100 m, 200 m, and 400 m for men and women in the last two Olympic games. Calculate and compare their speeds. In which event is the speed the fastest?”

Why relevant

Gives an example of Olympic events (track races) and how results are compared across Games, illustrating that the Olympic programme is a defined list of events that can change over time.

How to extend

Using this pattern, a student could consult official Olympic programme lists for Tokyo 2020 to see if surfing appears alongside traditional track and field events.

Statement 4

Was Skateboarding included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* [Skateboarding](/wiki/Skateboarding_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Skateboarding at the 2020 Summer Olympics")"

Why this source?

The passage is from the 2020 Summer Olympics page and lists the sports included at the Games.
It explicitly names 'Skateboarding' in the list of events, indicating it was included at Tokyo 2020.
The linked entry refers specifically to 'Skateboarding at the 2020 Summer Olympics'.

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* [Skateboarding](/wiki/Skateboarding_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Skateboarding at the 2020"

Why this source?

This passage enumerates sports at the 2020 Summer Olympics and includes 'Skateboarding' among them.
The context shows sport counts and details for Olympic events, reinforcing that skateboarding was an official event.

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"[Skateboarding](/wiki/Skateboarding_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Skateboarding at the 2020 Summer Olympics")"

Why this source?

This passage contains a table/list entry for 'Skateboarding' tied to the 2020 Summer Olympics.
The item links directly to 'Skateboarding at the 2020 Summer Olympics', supporting inclusion as an Olympic sport in Tokyo.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Mentions the 1964 Tokyo Olympics as a symbolic, modernising event tied to the host city's image and developments.

How to extend

A student could infer that host cities use the Games to showcase change and therefore check whether Tokyo 2020 similarly introduced or promoted new sports (like skateboarding).

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Explains the Olympic Games as a global gathering of sportspeople from all inhabited continents, implying the Games encompass diverse sports.

How to extend

One could extend this to consider that the IOC may add sports with global participation and then verify whether skateboarding had sufficient global presence to be added at Tokyo 2020.

Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 8: Measurement of Time and Motion > Exploratory Projects > p. 120

Strength: 2/5

Why relevant

Uses Olympic race timings as an example of established, measured sports in the Games, illustrating that Olympic programmes include formally measured competitive events.

How to extend

A student might contrast traditionally timed/quantified events with judged/action sports and then investigate whether judged/action sports such as skateboarding were accepted into Tokyo 2020's official programme.

Statement 5

Was Karate included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"The [2020 Summer Olympics](/wiki/2020_Summer_Olympics "2020 Summer Olympics") in Tokyo saw the introduction of four new sports, with [karate](/wiki/Karate_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Karate at the Summer Olympics"), [skateboarding](/wiki/Skateboarding_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Skateboarding at the Summer Olympics"), [sport climbing](/wiki/Sport_climbing_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Sport climbing at the Summer Olympics") and [surfing](/wiki/Surfing_at_the_Summer_Olympics "Surfing at the Summer Olympics") making their Olympic debuts."

Why this source?

Directly states that the 2020 Tokyo Games introduced karate as a new Olympic sport.
Says karate made its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, which implies it was included officially.

Web source

Presence: 4/5

"* [Karate](/wiki/Karate_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Karate at the 2020 Summer Olympics") + Kata (2) + Kumite (6) *"

Why this source?

Lists Karate among the events at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Specifies the karate disciplines contested (Kata and Kumite), indicating official competition events.

Web source

Presence: 3/5

"* [Karate](/wiki/Karate_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Karate at the 2020 Summer Olympics") *"

Why this source?

Includes Karate in the enumerated list of sports at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Supports that karate was part of the official program by its presence in the main events listing.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Explains the Olympic Games as a global gathering represented by the five rings, implying the Games include many sports drawing competitors worldwide.

How to extend

A student could use this to recall that the Olympics feature a variety of sports and then check the official Tokyo 2020 sports programme to see if Karate was among them.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Records that Tokyo has hosted the Olympics (1964) and situates Tokyo as a legitimate Olympic host city, making Tokyo 2020 a plausible edition to examine for sport additions.

How to extend

A student can note Tokyo's status as an Olympic host and then consult Tokyo 2020 official materials (programme, IOC announcements) to verify whether Karate was added for that host edition.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 12: Indian Industry > CURRENT TREND IN INDUSTRIAL SECTOR > p. 376

Strength: 4/5

“G. In the current FY 2020-21, majorly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all the sub-sectors m under industrial sector recorded negative growth rate except the electricity sector, which recorded a positive growth rate of 2.7 per cent. Interesting Fact: In 2020, Mizoram became the first state in India to grant industry status to sports.”

Why relevant

Mentions the COVID-19 pandemic affecting 2020, signaling that the Tokyo 2020 Games were highly atypical (postponed/changed), which is relevant because sport programmes or participation might have been discussed or modified.

How to extend

Knowing 2020 was disrupted, a student might look for IOC communications around that time about which sports were confirmed, newly included, or dropped for Tokyo 2020 (e.g., lists of new sports approved for that edition).

Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 8: Measurement of Time and Motion > Exploratory Projects > p. 120

Strength: 4/5

Why relevant

Suggests comparison of winners across the 'last two Olympic games', implying event lists can change and that tracking event rosters across editions is a valid method.

How to extend

A student could apply this pattern by comparing the official event lists from Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 to see if Karate appears as a newly added or retained event.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165

Strength: 4/5

Why relevant

Describes the symbolic importance of the Tokyo Olympics (1964) and Japan's use of the Games to showcase national attributes, hinting that host countries sometimes influence the selection or showcasing of sports.

How to extend

A student may infer that Tokyo could have advocated inclusion of sports with Japanese cultural ties (e.g., martial arts) and therefore check whether Karate—originating in Japan—was added for Tokyo 2020.

Statement 6

Was Baseball included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?

Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* [Baseball](/wiki/Baseball_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Baseball"

Why this source?

Passage is the 2020 Summer Olympics events list and explicitly includes Baseball among the events.
Directly ties Baseball to the 2020 (Tokyo) Games, identifying it as an event at those Olympics.

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"* Baseball + [Baseball](/wiki/Baseball_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Baseball at the 2020 Summer Olympics") (1) + [Softball](/wiki/Softball_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Softball at the 2020 Summer Olympics") (1)"

Why this source?

Passage lists sports with counts for the 2020 Games and shows Baseball (with an entry for Baseball at the 2020 Summer Olympics).
Also groups Baseball with Softball, indicating both were contested at Tokyo 2020.

Web source

Presence: 5/5

"| Baseball/Softball | | [Baseball](/wiki/Baseball_at_the_2020_Summer_Olympics "Baseball at the 2020 Summer Olympics") |"

Why this source?

Passage shows the event table for Baseball/Softball at the 2020 Games and includes a link to 'Baseball at the 2020 Summer Olympics'.
The table marks Baseball/Softball with an entry (1), indicating it was included at Tokyo 2020.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

Strength: 5/5

Why relevant

Notes that Tokyo hosted the Olympic Games in 1964 and highlights Japan's historical connection to the Olympics.

How to extend

A student could combine this with the basic fact that host nations sometimes influence sport selection to ask whether a sport popular in Japan (like baseball) was added when Tokyo hosted in 2020.

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165

Strength: 4/5

Why relevant

Describes the symbolic importance of the Tokyo 1964 Olympics for Japan's modern image, showing Tokyo as a significant Olympic host city.

How to extend

Use this pattern (host-city significance) plus external knowledge of Japan's sporting culture to hypothesize that Japan might promote sports it favors when hosting.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

Strength: 3/5

Why relevant

Explains the Olympic rings as symbolising a global gathering of sportspeople from all continents.

How to extend

Combine this with a world map and knowledge of sport popularity by region to check whether baseball — popular in Americas and parts of Asia — fits the Olympics' global representation and thus might be included.

Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 8: Measurement of Time and Motion > Measurement of Time and Motion 8 > p. 105

Strength: 3/5

“Prerna and her younger sister are watching a sports channel on television. Prerna enjoys running and she has been declared the fastest runner among the girls in her district for winning the 100 metre sprint at an interschool competition held at the district level. She is now training to compete at the state level. She dreams of representing India at the international level in 100 metre sprint contests in future. While watching the rerun of sprints at the Olympic games held in the past, Prerna is always amazed that the measurement of the time taken for the race is so advanced that they could identify the winner even when two sprinters seemed to cross the fi nish line almost together.”

Why relevant

Discusses how specific sporting events (e.g., sprints) and their measurements are featured at the Olympic Games, illustrating that the Games consist of many distinct events and sports.

How to extend

A student could extend this by listing which distinct sports/events appear at past Games and then checking whether baseball appears among those event lists for Tokyo 2020.

Pattern takeaway: UPSC tests the 'Administrative' side of sports (Mottos, Governance, New Inclusions) rather than the 'Performance' side (Who won Gold). Always prepare the 'Static' features of a 'Current' event.

How you should have studied

[THE VERDICT]: Sitter for serious news readers; Trap for those who ignored the 'Sports' page. Source: Any standard Current Affairs compilation (PT 365, etc.).
[THE CONCEPTUAL TRIGGER]: Current Affairs > International Events > Sports Diplomacy. The specific theme is 'Structural Changes in Global Sports'.
[THE HORIZONTAL EXPANSION]: Memorize the 'Identity Card' for the next Games (Paris 2024): Motto ('Games Wide Open'), Mascot (The Phryges), New Sport (Breaking/Breakdancing), and the return of Cricket in LA 2028.
[THE STRATEGIC METACOGNITION]: Stop memorizing winners of every heat. Instead, ask: What makes *this* edition unique? (e.g., Tokyo 2020 was unique for 'Urban Sports' like Skateboarding and the return of Baseball due to Japanese popularity).

Concept hooks from this question

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Olympic symbols and their meanings

💡 The insight

The five Olympic rings symbolise the gathering of athletes from all inhabited continents and are central to understanding Olympic identity.

High-yield for questions on international organisations, symbolism, and cultural diplomacy; connects to topics on global governance and soft power. Mastery helps answer questions about why certain symbols are chosen and how they convey legitimacy or unity.

📚 Reading List :

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

🔗 Anchor: "Was "A New World" the official motto of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?"

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Mega-events as markers of national modernization

💡 The insight

Hosting the Olympics is often presented as a demonstration of technological progress and national renewal, exemplified by Tokyo's 1964 Games and developments like the Shinkansen.

Useful for essays and mains answers on development strategy, state-led modernisation, and infrastructure policy; links history to contemporary policy debates on urban planning, environment, and national image. Helps frame questions on costs/benefits of hosting mega-events.

📚 Reading List :

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165
Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

🔗 Anchor: "Was "A New World" the official motto of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?"

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Chronology of Olympic hosting and regional milestones

💡 The insight

Knowing when a region first hosted the Olympics (Tokyo in 1964 was the first in Asia) aids in assessing regional historical milestones and geopolitical significance.

Valuable for static syllabus history and current affairs; it connects timelines, diplomatic prestige, and regional development narratives. Enables quick elimination in chronological or region-based MCQs and supports contextual answers in mains.

📚 Reading List :

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

🔗 Anchor: "Was "A New World" the official motto of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020)?"

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Olympic host cities and symbols

💡 The insight

Questions about whether a sport featured at a particular Games require understanding the host-city context and Olympic symbols that frame each edition.

High-yield for UPSC: host-city history and Olympic symbolism frequently appear in questions on cultural diplomacy, international events, and sports policy. Mastering this helps link event chronology, host-country significance, and diplomatic outcomes in answers.

📚 Reading List :

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165
Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35
Certificate Physical and Human Geography , GC Leong (Oxford University press 3rd ed.) > Chapter 31: Settlements and Towns > Location of settlements > p. 314

🔗 Anchor: "Was Sport Climbing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (To..."

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Adventure sports versus Olympic disciplines

💡 The insight

Sport climbing originates as an adventure/mountain activity and must be distinguished from recreational adventure tourism when judging its Olympic status.

Useful for UPSC when assessing sports inclusion, tourism policy, and infrastructure priorities; connects to sports governance, tourism economics, and the criteria that separate informal adventure activities from recognized competitive disciplines.

📚 Reading List :

Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 11: Industries > 6. Adventure Tourism > p. 93
Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 3: Landforms and Life > Life in the mountains > p. 49

🔗 Anchor: "Was Sport Climbing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (To..."

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Olympic host cities & editions

💡 The insight

Knowing which city hosted which Olympic edition is necessary to verify whether a sport was part of that edition.

High-yield for UPSC because questions often ask about major international events, their hosts and historical editions; links modern history with international relations and cultural diplomacy; helps eliminate options when asked about when or where a sport was introduced or contested.

📚 Reading List :

Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > ACTIVITY 2 > p. 165
Themes in world history, History Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 7: Paths to Modernisation > Establishing the Republic > p. 170

🔗 Anchor: "Was Surfing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 202..."

📌 Adjacent topic to master

👉 Olympic symbols and global representation (Five rings)

💡 The insight

Understanding the Olympics' symbols clarifies the Games' global character and why new sports aim for worldwide appeal before inclusion.

Useful for essay and GS papers when discussing international sporting events, cultural symbolism, and global governance of sport; connects to topics on globalization and international organisations.

📚 Reading List :

Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: Oceans and Continents > DON'T MISS OUT > p. 35

🔗 Anchor: "Was Surfing included as an official sport at the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 202..."

🌑 The Hidden Trap

Paris 2024 introduced 'Breaking' (Breakdancing) as a sport but dropped Karate and Baseball. Los Angeles 2028 will see the return of Cricket (T20 format) and Lacrosse. These 'Entry/Exit' lists are prime targets.

⚡ Elimination Cheat Code

Apply 'Host Country Bias'. Baseball is not a global staple, but it is a religion in Japan. If the statement says Baseball is included in *Tokyo*, it is logically highly probable because host nations can propose additional sports popular in their region.

🔗 Mains Connection

Mains GS-1 (Society) & GS-2 (IR): Sport is Soft Power. Tokyo 1964 symbolized Japan's post-war recovery (Shinkansen era); Tokyo 2020 symbolized resilience during a pandemic. Use these as examples of 'Nation Branding'.

Change set

Question map

Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics : 1. The official motto for this Olympics is 'A New World'. 2. Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, Karate and Baseball are included in this Olympics. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Explanation

Detailed Concept Breakdown

1. Structure of the Modern Olympic Movement (basic)

2. Olympic Symbols, Mottos, and Traditions (basic)

3. India's Journey at the Olympics (basic)

4. Sports Integrity: Anti-Doping and Ethics (intermediate)

5. Government Schemes for Sports Promotion in India (intermediate)

6. National Sports Awards and Recognition (intermediate)

7. Key Highlights of the 32nd Summer Olympics (Tokyo 2020) (exam-level)

8. Solving the Original PYQ (exam-level)

PROVENANCE & STUDY PATTERN

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Consider the following statements : 1. New Development Bank has been set up by APEC. 2. The headquarters of New Development Bank is in Shanghai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4 Cross-Linked PYQs Behind This Question

Change set

Question map

Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics : 1. The official motto for this Olympics is 'A New World'. 2. Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding, Karate and Baseball are included in this Olympics. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Explanation

PROVENANCE & STUDY PATTERN

Web / Current Affairs Online pages / news items supporting the statement

Indirect textbook clues (4) How books hint at the answer

Web / Current Affairs Online pages / news items supporting the statement

Indirect textbook clues (4) How books hint at the answer

Web / Current Affairs Online pages / news items supporting the statement

Indirect textbook clues (3) How books hint at the answer

Web / Current Affairs Online pages / news items supporting the statement

Indirect textbook clues (5) How books hint at the answer

Web / Current Affairs Online pages / news items supporting the statement

Indirect textbook clues (4) How books hint at the answer

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Consider the following statements : 1. New Development Bank has been set up by APEC. 2. The headquarters of New Development Bank is in Shanghai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4 Cross-Linked PYQs Behind This Question