Questionnaire on the Problems of Sports in
India
Personal Information (Optional)
Name: __________________________
Age: ________
Gender: Male / Female / Other
Location (City/State): _______________
Occupation: ______________________
Section 1: Participation & Perception
1. How often do you engage in any form of sports or physical activity?
o Daily
o Weekly
o Monthly
o Rarely
o Never
2. Do you believe that sports are given adequate importance in India?
o Yes
o No
o Not sure
3. What is the primary reason for not participating in sports (if applicable)?
o Lack of time
o Lack of interest
o Limited access to facilities
o Health issues
o Other (Please specify): _______________
Section 2: Infrastructure & Facilities
4. How would you rate the availability of sports facilities (stadiums, gyms, etc.) in your locality?
o Excellent
o Good
o Average
o Poor
o Very Poor
5. Do you think that the quality of sports infrastructure in India meets international standards?
o Yes
o No
o Not sure
6. What is the most significant barrier to accessing sports facilities in your area?
o Cost
o Distance
o Lack of proper facilities
o Lack of professional trainers
o Safety concerns
o Other (Please specify): _______________
Section 3: Government & Policy Support
7. How satisfied are you with the government’s efforts in promoting sports in India?
o Very Satisfied
o Satisfied
o Neutral
o Dissatisfied
o Very Dissatisfied
8. Which of the following do you think needs more government attention for improving sports in
India? (Select up to 3)
o Building and maintaining sports infrastructure
o Financial support for athletes
o Coaching and training programs
o Public awareness and engagement
o National-level tournaments
o Scholarships for young athletes
o Sports medicine and recovery programs
9. Do you think that Indian sports policies are focused enough on developing talent in sports
other than cricket?
o Yes
o No
o Not sure
10. Are you aware of government initiatives such as Khelo India or the Fit India Movement, and
how effective do you find them?
o Not aware
o Aware & Very Effective
o Effective
o Neutral
o Ineffective
o Very Ineffective
Section 4: Challenges for Athletes
11. What do you think is the biggest challenge faced by Indian athletes?
o Lack of proper training facilities
o Financial constraints
o Lack of sponsorship
o Insufficient mental and psychological support
o Poor coaching and mentorship
o Societal pressure and expectations
o Other (Please specify): _______________
12. Do you think that Indian athletes receive the recognition they deserve for their achievements?
o Yes
o No
o Not sure
13. What steps should be taken to improve the support system for athletes in India?
o Better funding and sponsorship opportunities
o Access to improved training facilities
o Enhanced educational support and career counseling
o Increased media coverage and public recognition
o Mental health support
o Other (Please specify): _______________
Section 5: Sports Culture & External Involvement
14. How would you rate India’s overall sports culture compared to other countries?
o Very Strong
o Strong
o Average
o Weak
o Very Weak
15. Do you think Indian sports culture encourages youth to pursue sports as a career?
o Yes
o No
o Not sure
16. What do you think is the biggest hindrance to promoting sports among the youth in India?
o Lack of awareness
o Lack of career opportunities
o Social pressure to focus on academics
o Limited exposure to diverse sports
o Other (Please specify): _______________
