Unit I: Changing Trends and Career in Physical Education

Fill-in-the-blank flashcards covering definitions, aims, objectives, careers, programmes, technological trends, and historical milestones related to Physical Education in India.

Physical education is the total development of the individual in terms of physical, mental, moral, emotional and social _.

development

According to J.B. Nash, “Physical education is that field of education which deals with muscle activities and their related responses.”

big

According to R. Cassidy, “Physical Education is the sum of changes in the individual caused by experience involving activity.”

motor

The Central Advisory Board states the aim of Physical Education is to make every child physically, mentally and fit.

constitutionally

One general aim of Physical Education is to develop a wide range of skills.

psychomotor

Maintaining and increasing physical mobility and is an aim of Physical Education.

flexibility

The six main objectives of Physical Education include Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social, Health development and coordination.

Neuro-muscular

Physical development focuses on improving organ systems such as the circulatory and systems.

respiratory

Mental development in Physical Education sharpens the mind and helps individuals take independently.

decisions

Good neuro-muscular coordination helps keep off during vigorous activity.

fatigue

Physical Education programmes help individuals develop proper self-control over their .

emotions

Social development in Physical Education fosters traits like cooperation, honesty and .

sportsmanship

The objective related to preventing communicable diseases falls under the development of .

health

Traditional careers in Physical Education are mainly related to and coaching.

teaching

Emerging careers in Physical Education include media, health, administration and sports .

performance

A dual career desired by many professionals combines teaching and .

coaching

The premier Indian institution for coach education is the (abbrev.).

NIS

Long coaching hours and pressure to win are disadvantages of the career path.

coaching

The designation given to professionals managing employee fitness in companies is Director of recreation.

industrial

Facility managers in health clubs are primarily responsible for the of individuals using the facility.

safety

Officials such as referees and timekeepers are vital for the smooth of competitions.

conduct

Sports journalists often cover live events and write feature about sportspersons.

articles

Sports photography requires projecting the best and significance of sports through images.

angle

Publishing sports books demands knowledge of physical education plus writing and skills.

editorial

Sports broadcasting requires game knowledge and the ability to communicate clearly into the .

microphone

Marketing sports equipment needs salespersons familiar with changing athlete .

demands

Health and weight-control clubs often offer facilities like steam rooms and rooms.

massage

The Khelo India Programme was first held from 31 Jan to 8 Feb in New Delhi.

2018

The motto of Khelo India is “Kheloge Kudoge toh banoge .”

lajawab

One component of Khelo India is the promotion of and indigenous tribal games.

rural

SAI is responsible for implementing and Khelo India activities.

monitoring

Under Khelo India, talent search focuses on athletes below the age of .

17

Fit India Movement was launched on 29 August 2019 at the Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi.

Indira

Fit India’s mission is to bring behavioural change toward a more physically lifestyle.

active

The Fit India pledge promises daily devotion of time to physical activity and .

sports

One slogan of Fit India says, “If the body is fit, the is hit.”

mind

A benefit of Fit India is reduced risk of diseases, thereby increasing national .

longevity

Changing trends show synthetic playing surfaces provide shock absorption, protecting ankles and .

knees

Proper such as helmets and pads reduce injury chances in competitive sports.

wearable gears

Mouth guards are especially common in contact sports like boxing and .

hockey

Eye shields made from protect athletes’ eyes from impact.

polycarbonate

Technological advancement like replay allows officials to review controversial moments.

instant

Heart-rate monitors and inertial sensors are examples of wearable technology.

sensor

Smart workout equipment such as connected treadmills provide unique performance .

data

Digital media lets athletes analyze videos of themselves to improve .

techniques

Virtual is used both to train players and enhance fan experience.

reality

The 1948 Tarachand Committee recommended establishing a central institute of Physical Education and .

Recreation

First Asian Games were organised in at New Delhi.

1951

The Rajkumari Coaching Scheme for sports was introduced in .

1953

Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education was originally established in .

1957

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was set up in the year .

1984

NCERT included Health & Physical Education as a core subject in all school levels in .

2000

CBSE mainstreamed Physical Education as a compulsory subject from classes IX–XII in .

2018

Fit India Movement divides citizens into three age groups: 5-18, 18-64, and years and above.

65

TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) was introduced in to prepare future medal contenders.

2020

One key objective of the National Sports Policy 2001 is ‘Broad-basing of .’

sports