General Awareness

Indian Sports and Sportspersons

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Indian sports and sportspersons cover national achievements across chess, boxing, wrestling, and other athletic events. This includes major national awards like the Padma Shri and Khelo India recognition. Such facts are essential for the general awareness section of banking and SSC exams.

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Indian Sports and Sportspersons Questions

Multiple choice

Which Indian boxer has released a book of his poetry and illustrations?

  1. Vijender Singh

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Amit Panghal

  4. Shiva Thapa
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Explanation

Vijender Singh, an Olympic medalist in boxing, has shared his creative side through a book of poetry and illustrations. His works offer a glimpse into his personal journey and experiences as an athlete.

Multiple choice

In the Indian sports drama "Chak De! India", what is the name of the former hockey player who is appointed as the coach of the Indian women's hockey team?

  1. Kabir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Preity Zinta

  4. Vidya Balan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kabir Khan is the name of the former hockey player played by Shah Rukh Khan in the 2007 Indian sports drama Chak De! India.

Multiple choice

Which award is given to the best emerging sportsperson of the year in India?

  1. Arjuna Award

  2. Dronacharya Award

  3. Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award

  4. Padma Shri
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Explanation

The Arjuna Award is given to the best emerging sportsperson of the year in India.

Multiple choice

Which sports film features the character of Kabir Khan, a former hockey player turned coach?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chak De! India (2007) features the character of Kabir Khan, a former hockey player turned coach.

Multiple choice

Which sports film features the character of Milkha Singh, a legendary Indian athlete known as the 'Flying Sikh'?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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Explanation

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013) features the character of Milkha Singh, a legendary Indian athlete known as the 'Flying Sikh'.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his investigative reporting and uncovering corruption in sports administration?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vijay Lokapally is an Indian sports journalist known for his investigative reporting and uncovering corruption in sports administration. He has won several awards for his work, including the prestigious Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his commentary on cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'That's a beauty!'?

  1. Ravi Shastri

  2. Harsha Bhogle

  3. Sunil Gavaskar

  4. Kapil Dev
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Explanation

Ravi Shastri is an Indian sports journalist and former cricketer known for his commentary on cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'That's a beauty!'.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his coverage of football and his work as a commentator for the Indian Super League?

  1. Joe Morrison

  2. Derek O'Brien

  3. Pradyuman Singh

  4. Shahid Kapoor
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Explanation

Joe Morrison is an Indian sports journalist known for his coverage of football and his work as a commentator for the Indian Super League.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including The Hindu and The Indian Express?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Boria Majumdar

  3. Vijay Lokapally

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai
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Explanation

Ayaz Memon is an Indian sports journalist known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including The Hindu and The Indian Express.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work as a commentator for cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'What a delivery!'?

  1. Ravi Shastri

  2. Harsha Bhogle

  3. Sunil Gavaskar

  4. Kapil Dev
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Harsha Bhogle is an Indian sports journalist and former cricketer known for his commentary on cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'What a delivery!'.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including The Times of India and The Telegraph?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Boria Majumdar is an Indian sports journalist known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including The Times of India and The Telegraph.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work as a commentator for cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'Extraordinary!'?

  1. Ravi Shastri

  2. Harsha Bhogle

  3. Sunil Gavaskar

  4. Kapil Dev
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sunil Gavaskar is an Indian sports journalist and former cricketer known for his commentary on cricket matches and his signature phrase, 'Extraordinary!'.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including Mid-Day and The Hindu?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rajdeep Sardesai is an Indian sports journalist known for his work as an editor and columnist for various publications, including Mid-Day and The Hindu.

Multiple choice

Which weightlifter from a lower caste broke the dominance of the Kshatriyas in the sport?

  1. Kunjarani Devi

  2. Karnam Malleswari

  3. Mirabai Chanu

  4. Soniya Chanu
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Karnam Malleswari, a weightlifter from a lower caste, broke the dominance of the Kshatriyas by winning a bronze medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Multiple choice

Which Indian cricketer's biopic featured the song 'Mauka Mauka'?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Virat Kohli

  3. Kapil Dev

  4. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Mauka Mauka' from the 2021 film '83', based on the life of Kapil Dev, became a popular anthem for Indian cricket fans.