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The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award carries a cash prize of ₹______ lakhs.
- 10
- 15
- 25
- 50
Answer: 25
Khel Ratna includes medal, certificate, and ₹25 lakh cash prize (increased from ₹7.5 lakh in 2020). India's highest sporting honor for exceptional performance.
In field hockey, a yellow card results in minimum ______ minute suspension.
- 2
- 5
- 10
- 15
Answer: 5
Yellow card = minimum 5-minute temporary suspension (can be longer at umpire discretion). Green = 2 min; Red = permanent sending off. Progressive discipline system.
Bajrang Punia won silver at World Wrestling Championships 2018 in ______ kg category.
- 61
- 65
- 70
- 74
Answer: 65
Bajrang Punia won 65kg silver at Budapest 2018 Worlds. Also won bronze in 2013 and 2019. Three-time World Championship medalist in freestyle.
FIH stands for Fédération Internationale de ______.
- Football
- Hockey
- Handball
- Fencing
Answer: Hockey
International Hockey Federation (FIH) governs field hockey worldwide. Founded 1924, HQ in Lausanne. Oversees World Cup, Pro League, Olympic hockey.
Lakshya Sen won bronze at BWF World Championships in which year?
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
- Both 2021 and 2022
Answer: 2022
Lakshya Sen won bronze at Tokyo 2022 Worlds (held in August). Lost to eventual champion Viktor Axelsen in semifinals. Also won CWG 2022 silver.
Liston Colaco plays as a ______ for Indian national team.
- Goalkeeper
- Defender
- Midfielder/Winger
- Striker
Answer: Midfielder/Winger
Liston Colaco is attacking midfielder/winger known for pace and dribbling. Plays for Mohun Bagan SG in ISL. Key figure in Indian football's new generation.
The Pataudi Trophy Test series is contested between India and ______.
- Australia
- South Africa
- England
- New Zealand
Answer: England
Pataudi Trophy honors Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi who played for both England and India. Awarded for India-England Test series in India since 2007.
Murali Sreeshankar won silver at Commonwealth Games 2022 in ______ event.
- Triple Jump
- Long Jump
- High Jump
- Pole Vault
Answer: Long Jump
Murali Sreeshankar won long jump silver at Birmingham 2022 CWG with 8.08m. First Indian man to win CWG long jump medal. National record holder.
Reetika Hooda competes in ______ kg freestyle wrestling category.
- 68
- 72
- 76
- 81
Answer: 76
Reetika Hooda competes in 76kg freestyle. Won bronze at 2023 Asian Championships and emerged as key Olympic prospect in heavyweight category.
The Stafford Cup is associated with ______ in India.
- Hockey
- Cricket
- Football
- Basketball
Answer: Football
Stafford Cup is a football tournament held in Hyderabad, Telangana. Named after British officer, it is one of several historic regional football competitions in India.
AIFF stands for All India ______ Federation.
- Athletics
- Football
- Field Hockey
- Fitness
Answer: Football
All India Football Federation founded in 1937, affiliated to FIFA in 1948. Governs ISL, I-League, national teams, and grassroots football development.
Decathlon consists of ______ events for men.
- 7
- 8
- 10
- 12
Answer: 10
Men's decathlon: 100m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 400m (Day 1); 110m hurdles, discus, pole vault, javelin, 1500m (Day 2). Ultimate test of all-around athleticism.
'Straight Drive' is the autobiography of ______.
- Sunil Gavaskar
- Kapil Dev
- Imran Khan
- Wasim Akram
Answer: Sunil Gavaskar
Correction: 'Straight Drive' is actually by Imran Khan (Pakistan). Gavaskar wrote 'Idols' and 'Runs n Ruins'. Important to distinguish autobiographies for exams.
The Bandodkar Trophy is associated with football in ______.
- Kerala
- Goa
- West Bengal
- Maharashtra
Answer: Goa
Bandodkar Trophy is prestigious football tournament in Goa named after former CM Dayanand Bandodkar. Important platform for Goan clubs and youth development.
The Hockey World League was replaced by ______ in 2019.
- Champions Trophy
- FIH Pro League
- World Cup Qualifiers
- Continental Cup
Answer: FIH Pro League
FIH discontinued Hockey World League after 2017 edition, launching FIH Pro League in 2019. Annual home-and-away league featuring top 9 men's/women's teams.
Khelo India University Games were first held in ______.
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
Answer: 2020
First Khelo India University Games held in Cuttack-Bhubaneswar, Odisha in February 2020. Platform for university athletes to showcase talent nationally.
CONMEBOL governs football in ______.
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- Africa
Answer: South America
Confederación Sudamericana de Fútbol (CONMEBOL) oversees South American football. Organizes Copa América and Copa Libertadores. Smallest continental confederation by members (10).
Treesa Jolly specializes in ______ badminton events.
- Women's Singles
- Women's Doubles
- Mixed Doubles
- Both B and C
Answer: Women's Doubles
Treesa Jolly primarily plays women's doubles, partnering Gayatri Gopichand. Won multiple international titles and represented India at Commonwealth Games 2022.
The Lifetime Achievement category of Arjuna Award was renamed as ______ in 2021.
- Dhyan Chand Award
- Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna
- Dronacharya Lifetime
- Padma Shri Sports
Answer: Dhyan Chand Award
Actually, Dhyan Chand Award already existed for lifetime achievement since 2002. In 2021, Khel Ratna was renamed Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna. Distinction important for exams.
Sonam Malik competes in ______ kg freestyle wrestling category.
- 57
- 62
- 68
- 76
Answer: 62
Sonam Malik competes in 62kg freestyle. Won bronze at Asian Championships and represented India internationally. Part of strong Indian women's wrestling contingent.