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FIT India Movement was launched in ______ to promote fitness awareness.
- 2017
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
Answer: 2019
PM Modi launched FIT India Movement on August 29, 2019 (National Sports Day) to encourage daily physical activity and healthy lifestyle nationwide.
True or False: In badminton, if score reaches 20-20, the game continues until one side leads by 2 points or reaches 30.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Deuce rule: At 20-all, winner needs 2-point lead. If tied at 29-all, next point wins (30-point cap). Prevents excessively long games.
Simon Taufel is a renowned former cricket umpire from which country?
- England
- Australia
- South Africa
- New Zealand
Answer: Australia
Simon Taufel (Australia) is considered one of greatest cricket umpires, winning ICC Elite Panel Umpire of Year five consecutive times (2004-2008).
India joined the FIH Hockey Pro League in which season?
- 2019
- 2020-21
- 2021-22
- 2022-23
Answer: 2020-21
India entered FIH Pro League in 2020-21 season after replacing Pakistan. Provides regular high-level competition against top-ranked nations.
The steeplechase race in athletics includes ______ barriers and water jumps.
- 28 barriers + 7 water jumps
- 35 barriers + 7 water jumps
- 28 barriers + 5 water jumps
- 30 barriers + 6 water jumps
Answer: 28 barriers + 7 water jumps
Men's/Women's 3000m steeplechase features 28 fixed barriers and 7 water jumps (one per lap). Unique middle-distance event combining endurance and technique.
True or False: A player in an offside position commits an offense simply by being in that position.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Being in offside position is NOT an offense. Player must actively participate in play, interfere with opponent, or gain advantage to be penalized.
Richa Ghosh is known for which role in Indian women's cricket team?
- Opening Batter
- Wicketkeeper-Batter
- Spin Bowler
- Fast Bowler
Answer: Wicketkeeper-Batter
Richa Ghosh is India's primary wicketkeeper-batter in limited-overs cricket. Known for explosive finishing and agile glovework behind stumps.
Antim Panghal won bronze at World Wrestling Championships 2023 in which weight category?
- 50 kg
- 53 kg
- 55 kg
- 57 kg
Answer: 53 kg
Antim Panghal won bronze in 53kg at Belgrade 2023 Worlds, becoming youngest Indian woman wrestler to win World Championship medal at age 19.
ISSF stands for International Shooting Sport ______.
- Federation
- Foundation
- Forum
- Fraternity
Answer: Federation
ISSF governs Olympic shooting sports worldwide. Headquartered in Munich, Germany. Oversees rifle, pistol, and shotgun events at international level.
True or False: In modern field hockey, goalkeepers can use their feet to stop the ball only within the shooting circle.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Goalkeepers may use body/feet to stop ball only inside circle. Outside circle, they must play with stick like field players. Rule ensures safety and fairness.
India won their first Test series in England in which year?
- 1971
- 1974
- 1986
- 2007
Answer: 1971
Under Ajit Wadekar's captaincy, India won 1-0 in England in 1971, their first series win there. Chandrasekhar's 6/38 at Oval sealed historic victory.
Which Indian city hosts the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament?
- Mumbai
- Hyderabad
- New Delhi
- Bangalore
Answer: New Delhi
India Open is held at KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, New Delhi. Upgraded to Super 750 status in 2023, attracting top global shuttlers.
The Nehru Cup was an international ______ tournament hosted by India.
- Hockey
- Cricket
- Football
- Kabaddi
Answer: Football
Nehru Cup was invitational football tournament organized by AIFF from 1982-2012. Named after Jawaharlal Nehru. India won it in 2007, 2009, and 2012.
True or False: Olympic gold medals are made entirely of solid gold.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Olympic gold medals are primarily silver (92.5%) plated with minimum 6g pure gold. Last solid gold medals were awarded in 1912 Stockholm Games.
Who holds the record for most sixes in IPL history?
- Virat Kohli
- Chris Gayle
- Rohit Sharma
- MS Dhoni
Answer: Chris Gayle
Chris Gayle hit 357 sixes in IPL, most by any player. Known as 'Universe Boss', he also holds single-season record (59 sixes in 2012).
Who won gold at Commonwealth Games 2022 in men's 74kg freestyle wrestling?
- Bajrang Punia
- Ravi Kumar Dahiya
- Naveen Malik
- Deepak Punia
Answer: Naveen Malik
Naveen Malik won gold in 74kg at Birmingham 2022 CWG. Bajrang competed in 65kg (gold), Ravi in 57kg (gold), Deepak in 86kg (silver).
Annu Rani is associated with ______ athletics event.
- Long Jump
- Javelin Throw
- Shot Put
- Discus Throw
Answer: Javelin Throw
Annu Rani is India's top female javelin thrower, won bronze at 2022 Commonwealth Games and qualified for World Championships finals multiple times.
True or False: In ODI cricket, batting powerplay was abolished in 2015.
- True
- False
Answer: True
ICC removed mandatory batting powerplay (overs 36-40) from October 2015. Now only mandatory powerplay (1-10) and discretionary field restrictions apply.
Balbir Singh Sr. scored how many goals in the 1952 Helsinki Olympics hockey final?
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
Answer: 5
Balbir Singh Sr. scored 5 goals in India's 6-1 win over Netherlands in 1952 final, still an Olympic hockey final record. Won three consecutive golds (1948-56).
Which country won the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023?
- USA
- England
- Spain
- Sweden
Answer: Spain
Spain defeated England 1-0 in Sydney to win their first Women's World Cup in 2023. USA failed to reach semifinals for first time in history.