GK QUESTION#1942
Regarding the inaugural Asian Games of 1951, identify the correct statement(s):
A. The event took place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium with 12 participating nations.
B. The venue was National Stadium, Delhi, where Japan ranked first and India second in medals.
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Answer
A. Only B
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Only B. The first Asian Games were held in 1951 in New Delhi, India, with the competitions taking place at the National Stadium. A total of 11 nations participated in the event. Japan topped the medal tally (with 24 Gold, 21 Silver, 15 Bronze) in the 1951 games. India came in second (with 15 Gold, 16 Silver, 20 Bronze).