General Awareness

Combat Sports and Martial Arts

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Combat sports and martial arts include regulated fighting disciplines and traditional self defense systems from around the world. This section tests knowledge on various sports like boxing, fencing, Taekwondo, and regional martial arts. Such questions are common in general awareness sections.

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Combat Sports and Martial Arts Questions

Multiple choice

Which martial art originated in Brazil and combines elements of judo, jiu-jitsu, and boxing?

  1. Karate

  2. Taekwondo

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Capoeira
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Capoeira, originating in Brazil, is a unique martial art that combines elements of judo, jiu-jitsu, and boxing, along with acrobatic and dance-like movements.

Multiple choice

Which martial art originated in Thailand and is known for its use of powerful strikes, including punches, kicks, elbows, and knees?

  1. Karate

  2. Taekwondo

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Muay Thai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Muay Thai, originating in Thailand, is a striking-based martial art that utilizes powerful punches, kicks, elbows, and knees, along with clinching and sweeping techniques.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian boxing social media platform that connects boxers, fans, and stakeholders in the sport?

  1. Indian Boxing Connect

  2. Boxing India Connect

  3. Fight Sports India Connect

  4. The Ring India Connect
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Indian Boxing Connect is a social media platform dedicated to the Indian boxing community.

Multiple choice

Which novel by Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, provides a comprehensive guide to the sport?

  1. Kodokan Judo

  2. The Essence of Judo

  3. Judo for Beginners

  4. The Way of Judo
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kodokan Judo is a seminal work by Jigoro Kano that serves as a comprehensive guide to the principles, techniques, and history of Judo.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Judo technique that involves throwing an opponent over the shoulder?

  1. Seoi nage

  2. Uchi mata

  3. O soto gari

  4. Ippon seoi nage
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Seoi nage is a Judo technique where the attacker throws the opponent over their shoulder using their back.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a recommended training technique for combat sports?

  1. Sparring with a partner

  2. Using heavy weights

  3. Stretching and warming up before training

  4. Cooling down after training
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Using heavy weights is not typically recommended for combat sports training, as it can lead to muscle imbalances and increase the risk of injuries.

Multiple choice

What is the primary objective in Pehlwani?

  1. Striking

  2. Grappling

  3. Kicking

  4. Jumping
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Pehlwani emphasizes grappling techniques, with the aim of overpowering the opponent and bringing them to the ground.

Multiple choice

Which of these is NOT a traditional move in Pehlwani?

  1. Dhobi Pachhad

  2. Baithak

  3. Single Leg Takedown

  4. Double Leg Takedown
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Double Leg Takedown is a common move in wrestling but not traditionally associated with Pehlwani.

Multiple choice

Pehlwani has been practiced by notable figures such as:

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Rabindranath Tagore were all known to have practiced Pehlwani.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport involves two opponents striking each other with their fists, typically wearing gloves?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

  4. Judo
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Boxing is a combat sport in which two opponents, wearing protective gloves, use their fists to strike each other.

Multiple choice

In wrestling, what is the term for a hold in which one wrestler controls the other wrestler's back and applies pressure to their shoulders?

  1. Suplex

  2. Pin

  3. Takedown

  4. Mount
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In wrestling, the mount is a dominant position in which one wrestler controls the other wrestler's back and applies pressure to their shoulders.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport emphasizes grappling and submission techniques, such as joint locks and chokes?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

  4. Judo
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Judo is a combat sport that emphasizes grappling and submission techniques, such as joint locks and chokes.

Multiple choice

In karate, what is the term for a powerful strike delivered with the heel of the hand?

  1. Punch

  2. Kick

  3. Chop

  4. Sweep
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In karate, a chop is a powerful strike delivered with the heel of the hand.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport involves two opponents using their feet and legs to strike each other?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

  4. Taekwondo
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Taekwondo is a combat sport that involves two opponents using their feet and legs to strike each other.

Multiple choice

In boxing, what is the term for a punch that is thrown with the back of the fist?

  1. Jab

  2. Cross

  3. Hook

  4. Uppercut
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In boxing, a hook is a punch that is thrown with the back of the fist.