Master the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026 with this comprehensive MCQ set. Covers key provisions: Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs), women's reservation, election norms, and eligibility criteria for National Sports Federations (NSFs) in India. Perfect for competitive exams and legal compliance updates.
The National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026 were notified by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in January 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. These rules introduce a statutory framework to ensure transparency, accountability, and athlete-centric governance in Indian sports. Major changes include mandatory representation for athletes (SOMs) and women in executive committees, a tiered system for athlete recognition, and a standardized election process.
Quiz: National Sports Governance Rules, 2026
Q1. Under which legislative Act were the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026 notified?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Rules were notified under the powers conferred by the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, marking the transition from the 2011 Sports Code to a statutory legal framework.
Q2. According to the 2026 Rules, what is the minimum number of Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) that must be included in the General Body of every National Sports Body?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Rules mandate the inclusion of at least four Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) in the General Body to ensure athlete voices are heard.
Q3. What is the mandatory percentage of women representation required among the Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) in the General Body?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Rules specifically provide that 50% (fifty percent) of the SOMs included in the General Body must be women.
Q4. What is the minimum number of women members required in the Executive Committee of a National Sports Body under the new rules?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Executive Committee must have at least four women members. Bodies are authorized to reserve specific posts for women to meet this requirement.
Q5. To be eligible as a 'Sportsperson of Outstanding Merit' (SOM), an applicant must be at least _______ years of age.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The eligibility criteria state that an SOM must be not less than twenty-five (25) years of age.
Q6. Which of the following conditions regarding "retirement" must an athlete fulfill to qualify as an SOM?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: An SOM must not have participated in any competitive sport event which leads to selection to represent a district, State, or India for at least one year.
Q7. The 2026 Rules classify Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) into how many "Tiers" based on their achievements?
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: A 10-tiered criteria has been prescribed to categorize SOMs (Tier 1 includes Olympic medalists, Tier 10 includes National medalists).
Q8. What is the maximum fee cap prescribed for an Electoral Officer conducting elections for a National Sports Body?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The fee of the Electoral Officer is subject to a maximum amount of ₹5 lakhs.
Q9. The "National Sports Election Panel" must consist of at least how many members at all times?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The National Sports Election Panel is required to comprise at least 20 members at all times.
Q10. Within what timeframe must National Sports Bodies amend their bye-laws to align with the National Sports Governance Rules, 2026?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: National Sports Bodies are mandated to amend their bye-laws within six months from the notification of these rules.
Q11. Which authority has the power to relax the provisions of these Rules for a period of up to twelve months?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Central Government is authorized to relax the provisions for a period of twelve months upon application.
Q12. According to the election timeline in the Rules, elections must be conducted at least how many days prior to the expiry of the Executive Committee's term?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Elections must be conducted at least 30 days prior to the expiry of the current Executive Committee's term.
Q13. Which of the following is a specific disqualification criteria for contesting elections to the Executive Committee under the 2026 Rules?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A person is disqualified if they are subject to a conviction by a court followed by a sentence of imprisonment.
Q14. Tier 1 of the SOM eligibility criteria constitutes athletes who have won medals at which event?
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Tier 1 is reserved for those who have won medals at the Summer Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, or Winter Olympic Games.
Q15. Which three institutional committees are mandatory for all National Sports Federations (NSFs) to constitute under the new Rules?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: All NSFs must constitute an Athletes Committee, an Ethics Committee, and a Dispute Resolution Committee.
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