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General Description
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
58231
What is the primary objective of the South Asian Games?
Answer:
To strengthen cooperation and relationships among South Asian nations
The Games were created to promote friendship, understanding, and regional cooperation through sport.
58232
Which country's National Olympic Committee was suspended by the IOC, forcing its athletes to compete under the OCA flag in 2010 (though in SAG they usually compete as the nation)?
Answer:
India
In 2012 (Olympics) India was suspended, but in the South Asian context, the Indian Olympic Association faced suspension issues around 2012-2014, though they participated in SAG 2010 and 2016 normally.
58233
Beach Volleyball was introduced in the South Asian Games in which year?
Answer:
2019
Beach Volleyball was included in the 13th South Asian Games held in Nepal in 2019.
58234
Which year saw the South Asian Games cancelled or not held due to the Kargil War?
Answer:
2001
The Games scheduled for 2001 were delayed/postponed due to political tensions (including the aftermath of the Kargil conflict and 9/11) and eventually held in 2004.
58235
Which country won the Women's Football Gold at the 2019 South Asian Games?
Answer:
India
India won the gold medal in Women's Football in 2019, defeating hosts Nepal 2-0 in the final.
58236
Paragliding was removed from the 2019 South Asian Games primarily due to what reason?
Answer:
Lack of participating teams
Although Nepal was keen to host it, Paragliding was removed at the last minute because a minimum of three teams is required for an event, and not enough nations registered.
58237
Which athlete is known as the 'Golden Girl' of the South Asian Games for dominating swimming events (e.g., in 2016)?
Answer:
Kimiko Raheem
Sri Lanka's Kimiko Raheem won multiple gold medals (5) in swimming at the 2016 South Asian Games, dominating the pool.
58238
Which country hosted the South Asian Games in 1991?
Answer:
Sri Lanka (Colombo)
The 5th South Asian Games were held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 1991.
58239
How many gold medals did Pakistan win in the 2019 South Asian Games?
Answer:
31
Pakistan finished 4th in the overall standings in 2019, winning 31 gold medals.
58240
Which traditional South Asian sport involves chasing and tagging opponents while sitting in a row?
Answer:
Kho-Kho
Kho-Kho is a traditional tag sport from the Indian subcontinent that is a regular event at the South Asian Games.