Jharkhand Adivasi Para Archer Wins Silver, Inspiring Inclusion and Sports Development
Jhongo Pahan, a 17-year-old Adivasi para archer from Jharkhand, wins silver in Dubai, showcasing resilience and talent.
Photo by nimrod sheinman
Jhongo Pahan, a 17-year-old Adivasi para archer from Khunti district, Jharkhand, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning a silver medal in the 50-metre archery at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 in Dubai. Born with paraparesis, which prevented him from walking, Jhongo's journey from a remote village to an international podium is a testament to his grit and the efforts of coaches Md Danish Ansari and Ashish Kumar, who identified his potential through a voluntary initiative to train marginalized children in archery.
Jhongo, who attended the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential School for orphans and differently-abled children, exemplifies how targeted support and opportunities can empower individuals from vulnerable sections. This inspiring story highlights the importance of inclusive sports policies and tribal welfare initiatives in India.
मुख्य तथ्य
Jhongo Pahan (17) won silver medal in 50-metre archery
Asian Youth Para Games 2025 in Dubai
Adivasi para archer from Khunti district, Jharkhand
Born with paraparesis
Trained by Md Danish Ansari and Ashish Kumar
Attends Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential School
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Social inclusion and empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
Tribal welfare and development initiatives in India
Government policies and schemes for sports promotion and talent identification
Constitutional provisions related to welfare of SC/ST and PwD
Role of NGOs and voluntary organizations in social development
दृश्य सामग्री
Jhongo Pahan's Journey: From Khunti to Dubai Podium
This map illustrates the geographical context of Jhongo Pahan's inspiring journey, from his home district in Jharkhand, India, to the international stage in Dubai, UAE, where he won a silver medal at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025.
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Vulnerable Sections in India: Context for Jhongo's Achievement
This dashboard provides key statistics on Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in India, highlighting the demographic context for Jhongo Pahan's success as an Adivasi para-athlete.
- ST Population in India
- 8.6%
- PwD Population in India
- 2.21%
- ST Population in Jharkhand
- 26.2%
- Para-athletes in India (Registered)
- Approx. 1,800+
Represents the proportion of Scheduled Tribes in India's total population, indicating the scale of the community Jhongo Pahan belongs to. (Census 2011 figures are still the primary official baseline).
Proportion of Persons with Disabilities in India's total population, highlighting the community Jhongo represents as a para-athlete. (Census 2011 figures are still the primary official baseline).
Jharkhand has a significantly higher tribal population than the national average, underscoring the importance of tribal welfare initiatives in the state.
The increasing number of registered para-athletes reflects growing awareness, infrastructure, and opportunities in para-sports, driven by initiatives like Khelo India Para Games. (Estimate based on growth trends and PCI data up to 2025).
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बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the context of inclusive sports and welfare initiatives in India: 1. Jhongo Pahan, an Adivasi para-archer, won a silver medal at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 in Dubai, representing India. 2. The Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential School, where Jhongo studied, primarily caters to orphans and differently-abled children. 3. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, mandates reservation in government jobs and educational institutions for persons with benchmark disabilities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1 is correct as per the news article. Jhongo Pahan, a 17-year-old Adivasi para archer from Khunti district, Jharkhand, won a silver medal in the 50-metre archery at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 in Dubai. Statement 2 is correct as per the news article. Jhongo attended the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential School for orphans and differently-abled children. Statement 3 is correct. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, provides for 4% reservation in government jobs and 5% reservation in higher educational institutions for persons with benchmark disabilities.
2. In the context of promoting sports and tribal welfare in India, which of the following statements is NOT correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement A is correct. EMRS are set up to provide quality education to ST children in tribal areas. Statement B is NOT correct. The National Sports Policy, while aiming for excellence in sports, also strongly emphasizes grassroots development, mass participation, and identification of talent from an early age. It is not solely focused on elite sports. Statement C is correct. TOPS, launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, identifies and supports potential medal prospects for Olympic and Paralympic Games. Statement D is correct. Article 46 is a Directive Principle of State Policy that mandates the State to protect the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections, particularly SCs and STs, from social injustice and all forms of exploitation.
3. Consider the following statements regarding 'paraparesis' mentioned in the news: 1. Paraparesis is a condition characterized by partial paralysis affecting only the lower half of the body. 2. It can be caused by various factors, including spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, or congenital conditions. 3. The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) emphasizes the right to participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure, and sport for persons with disabilities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1 is correct. Paraparesis refers to partial paralysis or weakness affecting the lower limbs. If it were complete paralysis, it would be paraplegia. Statement 2 is correct. The causes of paraparesis are diverse and can include damage to the spinal cord (e.g., from injury, tumor, infection), neurological diseases (e.g., multiple sclerosis), or conditions present from birth. Statement 3 is correct. Article 30 of the UNCRPD specifically addresses participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure, and sport, obliging State Parties to take appropriate measures to ensure full and equal participation of persons with disabilities in these activities.
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