OLYMPIC
HOST - SPORTS
News: PM Modi confirms India's bid for
hosting 2036 Olympics
What's
in the news?
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India has declared its intention to host
the Olympic Games, preferably in 2036 and Youth Olympics in 2029 during the
opening ceremony of the 141st
International Olympic Committee (IOC) session in Mumbai on October 14.
Key
takeaways:
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Only three Asian countries have ever
hosted the Olympics — China, South Korea
and Japan, with Japan hosting the games twice in 1964 and 2020.
Multi-discipline
events held in India:
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Regional South Asian Games in 2016, 2010
Common Wealth Games, 2003 Afro-Asian Games, the Asian Games (1951 and 1982) and
the 2007 World Military Games.
International
Olympic Committee (IOC):
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC)
was established in 1894 and the
IOC's headquarters is located in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Objective:
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To promote the Olympic movement and uphold
the Olympic values, which include friendship, respect and excellence globally.
Functions:
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They are responsible for organizing and managing the Summer and
Winter Olympic Games.
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It selects
the host cities through a competitive bidding process and ensures the
successful execution of the Games.
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They collaborate with various
international sports federations to ensure the smooth functioning of the sports
included in the Olympic program.
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It establishes
rules and regulations for Olympic sports in coordination with these
federations.
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They work to promote the fundamental
principles of Olympism, including fair play, sportsmanship and ethics.
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It encourages participation in sports and
physical activities globally, emphasizing their role in promoting a healthy
lifestyle and fostering social integration.
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They develop and implement ethical guidelines for athletes, officials and other
stakeholders involved in the Olympic Games.
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It also plays a significant role in the
fight against doping in sports, working with organizations like the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to
maintain the integrity of Olympic competitions.