Indian athletes achieve success in badminton and shooting

For a long time, India was famously known as a country obsessed with cricket.

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In shooting, strategic government initiatives like TOPS and Khelo India have expanded infrastructure, turning recreational shooters into international champions.

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Icons like Abhinav Bindra paved the way, while stars like Manu Bhaker recently made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing multiple medals.

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Similarly, Indian badminton has evolved from relying on solitary legends like Prakash Padukone and Saina Nehwal to developing deep, sustainable talent.

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PV Sindhu remains a global icon, but recent triumphs—such as the men's 2022 Thomas Cup victory and the women's 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championship gold—prove that India is now a powerhouse in both team and individual formats.

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By moving beyond a singular focus on cricket, India has successfully professionalized its sports ecosystem, fostering a new generation of world-class athletes who excel in precision, intensity, and technical skill.

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What is one major reason for India's success in shooting?

A sudden decrease in popularity of cricket.

Strategic government initiatives like TOPS and Khelo India.

The privatization of all sports academies.

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Strategic government initiatives like TOPS and Khelo India.

Which athlete became the first Indian woman to win two medals in a single Olympic edition?

Manu Bhaker

PV Sindhu

Saina Nehwal

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Manu Bhaker

What historic victory did the Indian men's badminton team achieve in 2022?

The Thomas Cup.

Winning an Olympic gold medal.

Winning the All England Open.

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The Thomas Cup.

How has the Indian badminton landscape changed recently?

It has become exclusively focused on singles players.

It has moved from solitary legends to achieving sustained excellence in both singles and team events.

It has stopped relying on international coaches.

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It has moved from solitary legends to achieving sustained excellence in both singles and team events.

What is the broader cultural shift described in the text?

India is banning cricket to promote other sports.

India is now only focusing on shooting and badminton.

Moving away from a 'cricket-only' obsession toward a diversified sporting culture.

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Moving away from a 'cricket-only' obsession toward a diversified sporting culture.

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