Q. Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the ‘Olympic Order’?
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[A] It is an award given to countries that have hosted the most Olympic Games.

[B] It is a title awarded to athletes who have won the most gold medals in the Olympics.

[C] It is the highest award given to individuals for outstanding services to the Olympic movement.

[D] It is a ranking system for the best-performing sports teams during the Olympics.

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation – The Olympic Order is the most prestigious award presented by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). It is given to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Olympic movement. This honour recognizes exceptional services and dedication to promoting the values and ideals of the Olympics. Recently, the International Olympic Committee Executive Board has decided to award India’s first individual Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra with the Olympic Order for his outstanding services to the Olympic Movement.

Source: AIR

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