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True or False: The Winter and Summer Olympics are held in the same year.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Since 1994, Winter and Summer Olympics alternate every two years. Previously they were held in the same year until Albertville 1992/Lillehammer 1994 transition.
Who became the fastest batter to reach 10,000 ODI runs?
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Virat Kohli
- Babar Azam
- Brian Lara
Answer: Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli reached 10,000 ODI runs in 205 innings, breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record of 259 innings. Achieved in October 2018.
Which Indian hockey player is renowned as one of the best drag-flickers in the world?
- Manpreet Singh
- Harmanpreet Singh
- PR Sreejesh
- Amit Rohidas
Answer: Harmanpreet Singh
Harmanpreet Singh is considered among the world's elite drag-flickers, crucial for penalty corner conversions. He captained India to bronze at Tokyo 2020.
Argentina won the FIFA World Cup 2022 by defeating ______ in the final.
- Germany
- Brazil
- France
- Croatia
Answer: France
Argentina beat defending champions France 4-2 on penalties after a 3-3 draw in extra time. Lionel Messi won his first World Cup.
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.
WADA stands for:
- World Athletic Drug Agency
- World Anti-Doping Agency
- Western Anti-Drug Association
- World Association for Doping Analysis
Answer: World Anti-Doping Agency
WADA was established in 1999 to promote, coordinate, and monitor the fight against doping in sports. Headquarters in Montreal, Canada.
Who were the flag bearers for India at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics opening ceremony?
- Neeraj Chopra & Mary Kom
- MC Mary Kom & Manpreet Singh
- PV Sindhu & Bajrang Punia
- Saina Nehwal & Virat Kohli
Answer: MC Mary Kom & Manpreet Singh
Boxer MC Mary Kom and hockey captain Manpreet Singh jointly carried the Indian flag at Tokyo 2020 opening ceremony, reflecting gender equality initiative.
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.
Who was appointed head coach of the Indian men's cricket team in 2024?
- Rahul Dravid
- Gautam Gambhir
- VVS Laxman
- Anil Kumble
Answer: Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir succeeded Rahul Dravid as head coach in July 2024 following India's T20 World Cup victory. Important current affairs for 2025-26 exams.
The decathlon in athletics consists of how many events?
- 7
- 8
- 10
- 12
Answer: 10
Decathlon comprises 10 track and field events over two days. Women compete in heptathlon (7 events). Both test all-around athletic ability.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) was founded in ______.
- 1937
- 1948
- 1950
- 1954
Answer: 1937
AIFF was established in 1937 and became affiliated with FIFA in 1948. It governs football competitions including ISL and I-League.
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.
Who holds the record for most runs in Women's ODI cricket history?
- Charlotte Edwards
- Mithali Raj
- Meg Lanning
- Stafanie Taylor
Answer: Mithali Raj
Mithali Raj retired with 7,805 ODI runs, the highest by any woman. She also holds the record for most consecutive 50+ scores in ODIs.
How long is a standard professional football match excluding stoppage time?
- 60 minutes
- 80 minutes
- 90 minutes
- 100 minutes
Answer: 90 minutes
A standard match consists of two 45-minute halves totaling 90 minutes, plus added stoppage time determined by the referee.
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.
True or False: Table Tennis originated in England as an after-dinner parlor game.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Table Tennis began in Victorian England as 'Ping-Pong' using cigar box lids as rackets and champagne corks as balls before evolving into a competitive sport.
Narendra Modi Stadium, the world's largest cricket stadium by capacity, is located in which city?
- Mumbai
- Delhi
- Ahmedabad
- Kolkata
Answer: Ahmedabad
Located in Motera, Ahmedabad, it has a seating capacity of 132,000. Renamed in 2021, it surpassed Melbourne Cricket Ground as the largest.
Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to win an Olympic medal?
- Geeta Phogat
- Sakshi Malik
- Vinesh Phogat
- Babita Kumari
Answer: Sakshi Malik
Sakshi Malik won bronze in 58kg freestyle at Rio 2016, becoming the first Indian female wrestler to win an Olympic medal.
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.