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To
recognise the contribution and achievements of a sportsman, The Union
Government offer two awards every year - Civilian and National
Sports awards. The Civilian awards are Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan,
Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri and these awards are generally announced on
the Republic Day. The Bharat Ratna is the highest Civilian Award and no
sportsman till date has been decorated with this honour. The National
Sports Awards include Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, Dhyan Chand Lifetime
Achievement Award and Arjuna Award. Dronacharya Award is presented to the coaches for excellence in sports coaching. These awards are generally
presented on the National Sports Day.
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Besides
these awards, State Governments, Sports Federations, Institutions and many
other organisations have instituted their own awards to honour sportsmen
of the country. Some Indian sportsmen have also been conferred honour for
their stupendous performance by other nations. The Helms Trophy, ICC
awards, Wisden
awards and Chess Oscar are some world wide respected sporting honours
which are bestowed on the Indian Sports persons. Some other Indian sports
personalities are also honoured with Olympic Orders. |
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