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The Vijay Hazare Trophy is associated with ______ cricket in India.
- Test
- T20
- List-A (One-Day)
- Women's
Answer: List-A (One-Day)
Named after legendary cricketer Vijay Hazare, this trophy is India's premier domestic List-A (50-over) competition, serving as a feeder for ODI national selection.
P.T. Usha is popularly known as the '______ of Indian Athletics'.
- Queen
- Payyoli Express
- Golden Girl
- Flying Sikh
Answer: Payyoli Express
Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha earned the nickname 'Payyoli Express' after her hometown Payyoli in Kerala. She narrowly missed an Olympic bronze in 1984 by 1/100th of a second.
True or False: A football team can make unlimited substitutions during a standard FIFA match.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Standard FIFA matches allow a maximum of 5 substitutions per team (increased from 3 post-pandemic), made in up to three stoppages to prevent time-wasting.
IOC stands for International ______ Committee.
- Olympic
- Official
- Organizing
- Overseas
Answer: Olympic
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), founded in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin, is the supreme authority of the Olympic Movement headquartered in Lausanne.
True or False: A legal over in cricket consists of 6 deliveries.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Since 1978-79, international cricket standardized 6-ball overs. Previously, overs varied between 4, 5, 6, or even 8 balls depending on country.
The Ranji Trophy is India's premier domestic ______ championship.
- One-Day
- T20
- First-Class
- List-A
Answer: First-Class
Named after Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji, the Ranji Trophy is India's premier first-class cricket tournament featuring state and regional teams since 1934.
True or False: In chess, the queen can move in any direction but only one square at a time.
- True
- False
Answer: False
The queen can move any number of squares in any direction (horizontally, vertically, diagonally). Only the king moves just one square at a time.
True or False: A penalty corner in hockey is awarded for fouls committed inside the striking circle.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Penalty corners are awarded for defensive fouls within the circle or intentional fouls within the 23-meter area. It is a key scoring opportunity.
The updated Olympic motto adopted in 2021 is 'Citius, Altius, Fortius - ______'.
- Communiter
- Unitas
- Pax
- Victoria
Answer: Communiter
The IOC added 'Communiter' (Together) to the traditional Latin motto 'Faster, Higher, Stronger' to emphasize solidarity post-pandemic.
In field hockey, the player who defends the goal is called the ______.
- Striker
- Midfielder
- Goalkeeper
- Sweeper
Answer: Goalkeeper
The goalkeeper is the only player allowed to use body parts to stop the ball within the shooting circle. Modern hockey requires full protective gear.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports falls under the Government of ______.
- India
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
- Sri Lanka
Answer: India
This ministry oversees sports development, Khelo India, National Sports Federations, and awards in India. Relevant for polity-based sports questions.
True or False: In modern badminton, matches are played as best-of-five games.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Modern badminton matches are best-of-three games, each to 21 points with rally scoring. Best-of-five was never standard.
Which team won the inaugural Women's Premier League (WPL) in 2023?
- Mumbai Indians
- Delhi Capitals
- Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Gujarat Giants
Answer: Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, won the first WPL title in March 2023 by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final.
True or False: The French Open is played on hard courts.
- True
- False
Answer: False
The French Open (Roland Garros) is played on clay courts. Australian Open and US Open use hard courts; Wimbledon uses grass.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was formed in ______.
- 1926
- 1928
- 1932
- 1947
Answer: 1928
BCCI was established in December 1928 and registered under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act. India played its first Test in 1932.
The Olympic flag features ______ interlocking rings.
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
Answer: 5
The five rings represent the five inhabited continents (Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania). Designed by Pierre de Coubertin in 1913.
True or False: T10 cricket is officially recognized by the ICC as an international format.
- True
- False
Answer: False
ICC officially recognizes only Test, ODI, and T20I formats. T10 leagues exist commercially but are not official ICC international formats.
Sachin Tendulkar is popularly known as the '______ of Cricket'.
- King
- God
- Master Blaster
- Wall
Answer: Master Blaster
While often called 'God of Cricket' by fans, 'Master Blaster' is his widely recognized nickname in media and official contexts. Rahul Dravid is known as 'The Wall'.
The Dronacharya Award is given for excellence in ______.
- Sports Performance
- Sports Coaching
- Sports Journalism
- Sports Administration
Answer: Sports Coaching
Named after Drona from Mahabharata, this award recognizes outstanding coaches in sports and games. Instituted in 1985.
Eden Gardens cricket stadium is located in ______.
- Mumbai
- Delhi
- Kolkata
- Chennai
Answer: Kolkata
Eden Gardens in Kolkata is India's oldest and one of the largest cricket stadiums, established in 1864. It is often called the 'Mecca of Indian Cricket'.