Multiple choice general knowledge sports

India qualified for the football worldcup in 1950, but they still did not play as playing bare foot was not allowed

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is a widely circulated myth. India did qualify for the 1950 FIFA World Cup by default when other teams withdrew, but they withdrew themselves before the tournament. The real reasons were financial constraints, travel logistics to Brazil, and prioritizing other commitments. The barefoot story is a popular but false legend.

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