ODOS UP List — One District One Sport Uttar Pradesh 2026 | SSC State PCS Current Affairs
ODOS UP (One District One Sport) scheme — complete district-wise sports list for Uttar Pradesh 2026. UP government's ODOS scheme assigns one sport to each of UP's 75 districts for promotion. Key for UPPCS, UPSSSC, and UP police exams.
Key Points for Quick Revision
- ODOS = One District One Sport — launched by Uttar Pradesh government.
- Under ODOS, each of UP's 75 districts is assigned one specific sport for promotion and infrastructure development.
- Aim: identify grassroots sporting talent, develop sports infrastructure, and promote indigenous and Olympic sports at district level.
- ODOS is part of UP's broader sports promotion policy under the Khelo India Mission.
- Examples: Varanasi — Wrestling (Kushti); Lucknow — Badminton; Agra — Hockey; Meerut — Cricket; Mathura — Kabaddi; Prayagraj — Cricket/Athletics.
- Part of Uttar Pradesh government's initiative ahead of the 2036 Olympics (India bidding).
- For UPPSC / UPSSSC exams: know the concept, aim, and 2–3 district-sport examples.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| State PCS / PSC | Very High | 6–10 | Both central and state schemes are tested extensively in state PCS papers. |
| UPSC / State PCS | High | 8–12 | UPSC tests implementation, target beneficiaries, and outcomes — not just scheme names. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Scheme: full name, ministry, launch date, objective
- Financial figures: allocation, beneficiaries reached so far
- Eligibility: who can benefit (age, income, gender, area)
- Implementing agency: central, state, or both
- Related amendments or extensions: any recent modifications to the scheme
Practice Questions
Q1. ODOS (One District One Sport) is a sports promotion scheme of which state?
- Maharashtra
- Madhya Pradesh
- Uttar Pradesh
- Haryana
Explanation: ODOS (One District One Sport) is an initiative by the Uttar Pradesh government, under which each of UP's 75 districts is assigned a specific sport for promotion.
How to Prepare Government Schemes for Government Exams
Create a scheme log: Name | Ministry | Target | Key Feature. Add every new scheme as it appears. Review this weekly.
Focus on 'Flagship' schemes: PM-KISAN, PMAY, Ayushman Bharat, PM SVANidhi. These generate the most questions.
For UPSC, understand the policy objective behind the scheme — income support, housing, health insurance. The 'why' matters more than the name.