| Category | Key Facts |
|---|---|
| Act Name & Implementation | National Sports Governance Act, 2025 partially implemented from January 1, 2026. |
| Objective | Bring transparency, accountability, and athlete-focused governance in sports bodies. |
| Coverage | Applies to National Olympic Committee (NOC), National Paralympic Committee (NPC), and National Sports Federations (NSFs). |
| Key Features | - Aligns with Olympic & Paralympic Charters.- Ensures ethical practices and fair athlete treatment.- Provides legal backing to reforms. |
| New Oversight Bodies | - National Sports Board (NSB): 3-member body to grant affiliations, monitor finances, decide funding, and act against misconduct.- National Sports Tribunal (NST): Resolves sports-related disputes faster. |
| Structural Changes | - Executive Committees limited to 15 members.- Must include at least 2 Sportspersons of Merit.- Aims to reduce political interference and improve athlete representation. |
| Elections & Transition | Federations will hold elections post full implementation for a smooth transition. |
| MCQ Answer | B. Granting affiliations and monitoring finances (NSB's role). |
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