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Sports General Knowledge

3,192 Questions

Sports General Knowledge questions cover national games, famous athletes, and sports terminologies. These topics are frequently asked in SSC, banking, railway, and state PSC exams. Regular practice helps retain facts about international tournaments and traditional games.

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Sports General Knowledge Questions

Multiple choice

'Volleyball is a sport that teaches you how to be a winner.' Who said these words that capture the competitive spirit of volleyball?

  1. Michael Jordan

  2. Kobe Bryant

  3. Tom Brady

  4. Serena Williams
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Explanation

Michael Jordan, the legendary basketball player, is often quoted for his words, 'Volleyball is a sport that teaches you how to be a winner.' This quote highlights the competitive spirit and drive for success that can be developed through volleyball.

Multiple choice

'Volleyball is a sport that teaches you how to be a champion.' Whose words are these, emphasizing the qualities of a champion that can be learned through volleyball?

  1. John Wooden

  2. Bill Russell

  3. Magic Johnson

  4. Larry Bird
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Explanation

John Wooden, the legendary UCLA basketball coach, is often quoted for his words, 'Volleyball is a sport that teaches you how to be a champion.' This quote highlights the qualities of a champion, such as hard work, dedication, and perseverance, that can be developed through volleyball.

Multiple choice

Which sport has been featured in every Commonwealth Games?

  1. Athletics

  2. Swimming

  3. Gymnastics

  4. Hockey
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Explanation

Athletics has been featured in every Commonwealth Games since the first Games in 1930.

Multiple choice

Which sport has been featured in every Asian Games?

  1. Athletics

  2. Swimming

  3. Gymnastics

  4. Football
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Explanation

Athletics has been featured in every Asian Games since the first Games in 1951.

Multiple choice

Which traditional game is commonly played by women during Teej celebrations?

  1. Tug-of-war

  2. Kho-kho

  3. Kabbadi

  4. Musical chairs
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Explanation

Tug-of-war is a traditional game often played by women during Teej celebrations, symbolizing unity, strength, and playful competition.

Multiple choice

Which of the following sports is known for its multilingual environment?

  1. Soccer

  2. Basketball

  3. Cricket

  4. Tennis
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Explanation

Soccer is a truly global sport, with players from all over the world competing in leagues and tournaments around the globe. As a result, it is common for soccer players to be multilingual, as they need to be able to communicate with teammates and opponents from different countries.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is known for its use of a wooden stick and a small wooden ball?

  1. Kho-Kho

  2. Gilli-Danda

  3. Kabbadi

  4. Ludo
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Gilli-Danda is a traditional Indian sport that involves hitting a small wooden ball with a wooden stick.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a leather ball and a wooden bat?

  1. Cricket

  2. Hockey

  3. Football

  4. Volleyball
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Explanation

Cricket is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a leather ball and a wooden bat.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a heavy stone ball and a wooden stick?

  1. Kho-Kho

  2. Gilli-Danda

  3. Kabbadi

  4. Ludo
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a heavy stone ball and a wooden stick.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a wooden board and a set of wooden pieces?

  1. Chess

  2. Ludo

  3. Carrom

  4. Snakes and Ladders
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Carrom is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a wooden board and a set of wooden pieces.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a pair of wooden sticks and a small wooden ball?

  1. Kho-Kho

  2. Gilli-Danda

  3. Kabbadi

  4. Ludo
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Gilli-Danda is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a pair of wooden sticks and a small wooden ball.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a set of wooden blocks and a wooden ball?

  1. Chess

  2. Ludo

  3. Carrom

  4. Snakes and Ladders
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ludo is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a set of wooden blocks and a wooden ball.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a set of wooden pieces and a wooden board?

  1. Chess

  2. Ludo

  3. Carrom

  4. Snakes and Ladders
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Chess is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a set of wooden pieces and a wooden board.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport is played with a set of wooden pieces and a wooden board?

  1. Chess

  2. Ludo

  3. Carrom

  4. Snakes and Ladders
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chess is a traditional Indian sport that is played with a set of wooden pieces and a wooden board.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian game involves throwing a ball into a pot or hole while standing a certain distance away?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Lattu

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

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian game where players throw a ball into a pot or hole while standing a certain distance away.