Shot Put
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | July 17, 1976 |
| Denomination | Rs. 1 |
| Quantity | 2,000,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13¼ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 681 Stamp Number IN 725 Yvert et Tellier IN 485 Stanley Gibbons IN 815 Phila-India IN 689 |
| Themes | Olympic Games | Sports |
The passage provides a brief historical overview of the Olympic Games, tracing their origins in ancient Greece to their revival in the modern era by Baron Pierre de Coubertin in 1896.
It highlights the significance of the Olympics as a global sporting event aimed at fostering international goodwill and friendly rivalry among nations. Despite interruptions due to historical events such as the Roman Emperor Theodosius suspending the games in 394 A.D. and the disruptions caused by World Wars I and II, the Olympics have endured as a symbol of unity and sportsmanship.
The passage also mentions India’s participation in the Olympic Games, with a particular emphasis on its historic dominance in hockey, where it enjoyed an unprecedented streak of success for 32 years, winning gold medals in six consecutive Olympics from 1928 to 1956.
India’s commitment to the Olympic ideal of participation in a friendly manner, regardless of winning, reflects the broader ethos of sportsmanship and international understanding promoted by the Games.
The announcement of the Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department issuing a series of four postage stamps to celebrate India’s participation in the upcoming Olympic Games in Montreal, Canada, underscores the national significance attached to sporting events and the recognition of athletes’ achievements on the international stage.