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India is a member of ______ football confederation.
- UEFA
- CAF
- AFC
- CONMEBOL
Answer: AFC
Asian Football Confederation (AFC) governs Asian football. India competes in AFC Asian Cup and World Cup qualifiers under this body.
TOPS scheme in Indian sports stands for Target Olympic ______ Scheme.
- Performance
- Podium
- Preparation
- Promotion
Answer: Podium
Target Olympic Podium Scheme identifies elite athletes for customized training, funding, and support to win Olympic medals. Launched in 2014 under MYAS.
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is India's domestic ______ tournament.
- Test
- ODI
- T20
- Multi-day
Answer: T20
Named after former Indian cricketer Syed Mushtaq Ali, this T20 tournament serves as primary domestic platform for IPL scouting and national T20 selection.
Field hockey sticks are traditionally made of ______.
- Metal
- Wood
- Plastic
- Carbon Fiber
Answer: Wood
Traditionally mulberry wood, modern elite sticks use carbon fiber composites for stiffness and power. Wooden sticks still used at grassroots level.
The 4x100m relay involves ______ runners per team.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Answer: 4
Each of four athletes runs approximately 100m carrying a baton exchanged within designated zones. Dropping baton or exchanging outside zone leads to disqualification.
The Merdeka Cup is associated with ______.
- India
- Malaysia
- Indonesia
- Thailand
Answer: Malaysia
Merdeka Tournament is an invitational football competition held in Malaysia since 1957 to celebrate independence ('Merdeka'). India won it in 1959 and 1964.
The Arjuna Award was instituted in the year ______.
- 1957
- 1961
- 1965
- 1970
Answer: 1961
Arjuna Awards were established in 1961 to recognize outstanding achievement in national sports. Recipients receive a bronze statue, certificate, and cash prize.
Los Angeles will host the Summer Olympics for the ______ time in 2028.
- Second
- Third
- Fourth
- First
Answer: Third
LA previously hosted in 1932 and 1984. The 2028 Games will make it the third American city to host thrice, joining London and Paris.
Rahul Dravid is popularly known as 'The ______'.
- Master Blaster
- Wall
- God
- Captain Cool
Answer: Wall
Rahul Dravid earned 'The Wall' for his impregnable defensive technique and ability to bat for long periods. MS Dhoni is 'Captain Cool'; Sachin is 'Master Blaster'.
'Unbreakable' is the autobiography of ______.
- Saina Nehwal
- Mary Kom
- PV Sindhu
- Deepika Kumari
Answer: Mary Kom
Published in 2013, 'Unbreakable: An Autobiography' chronicles Mary Kom's journey from Manipur to becoming a six-time world boxing champion.
Field hockey matches now consist of ______ quarters instead of two halves.
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
Answer: 4
FIH changed format from two 35-minute halves to four 15-minute quarters in 2014 to improve pace, allow tactical breaks, and enhance broadcast appeal.
A hat-trick in cricket means taking ______ wickets in consecutive deliveries.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Answer: 3
A hat-trick occurs when a bowler dismisses three batsmen with three successive balls. The term originated from rewarding such feat with a hat collection.
Lord's Cricket Ground, known as the 'Home of Cricket', is located in ______.
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- London
- Leeds
Answer: London
Lord's in St John's Wood, London, is owned by MCC and houses the world's oldest sporting museum. Named after founder Thomas Lord.
FIFA stands for Fédération Internationale de ______ Association.
- Football
- Field
- Futsal
- Fitness
Answer: Football
FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) was founded in Paris in 1904. Despite French acronym, it governs global association football (soccer).
The Ashes series in Test cricket is contested between England and ______.
- India
- South Africa
- Australia
- New Zealand
Answer: Australia
The Ashes originated in 1882 when Australia beat England at The Oval. A satirical obituary declared English cricket dead and ashes taken to Australia.
The Dhyan Chand Award is given for lifetime achievement in ______.
- Coaching
- Sports Performance
- Sports Journalism
- Administration
Answer: Sports Performance
Instituted in 2002, the Dhyan Chand Award honors athletes for lifetime contribution to sports even after retirement. Distinct from Khel Ratna (active performance) and Dronacharya (coaching).
______ captained India to victory in the 1983 Cricket World Cup.
- Sunil Gavaskar
- Kapil Dev
- Mohinder Amarnath
- Ravi Shastri
Answer: Kapil Dev
Kapil Dev led India to their first-ever Cricket World Cup title in 1983, defeating West Indies in the final at Lord's. This victory transformed cricket in India.
The I-League was previously known as the ______ before rebranding in 2007.
- National Football League
- Indian Football League
- Premier Football League
- Federation Cup
Answer: National Football League
Founded in 1996 as the National Football League (NFL), it was rebranded as I-League in 2007 to improve professionalism and marketing.
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.
The Australian Open tennis tournament is played on ______ courts.
- Clay
- Grass
- Hard
- Carpet
Answer: Hard
The Australian Open uses Plexicushion hard courts. It is the first Grand Slam of the calendar year, held annually in Melbourne.