Whichofthe following Physical Education/Sports institutions was established in 1920?

The correct option is Y.M.C.A. (Chennai).

Step-by-Step Explanation:

The Young Men's Christian Association (Y.M.C.A.) College of Physical Education was established in Madras (now Chennai) in the year 1920. It was founded by Harry Crowe Buck, who is widely regarded as the pioneer of systematic physical education in India. This was the first college of physical education in India and in the entire Asian region, marking a major milestone in the history of sports education.

Let's look at the establishment years of the other institutions mentioned in the options to verify why they are not correct:
1. S.A.I. (Sports Authority of India): Established in the year 1984 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, to promote sports across the country.
2. I.O.A. (Indian Olympic Association): Established in the year 1927 to select and send athletes to represent India at the Olympic Games and other international athletic meets.
3. N.S.N.I.S., Patiala (Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports): Established in the year 1961, it is Asia's largest sports institute and is located in Patiala, Punjab.

Therefore, the only sports institution among the choices established in 1920 is Y.M.C.A. (Chennai).