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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

Which Indian sport is known for its intricate footwork and graceful movements, and is often performed during cultural festivals and celebrations?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Kathakali

  4. Gilli-Danda
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kathakali is a classical Indian dance form that originated in Kerala and is known for its elaborate costumes, expressive movements, and detailed storytelling.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to hit a small ball over a net using their hands?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Volleyball

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

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian sport that is played between two teams of 12 players each. The objective is to score points by running across the court and touching the opposite team's players without being caught.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by throwing a heavy stone into a designated area?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Stone Lifting

  4. Tug of War
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Stone Lifting is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams competing to lift and throw a heavy stone into a designated area. The team that lifts and throws the stone the farthest wins the competition.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sport is known for its colorful kites and intricate designs, and is often flown during festivals and cultural events?

  1. Kite Flying

  2. Gilli-Danda

  3. Tug of War

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

Kite Flying is a popular Indian sport and pastime that involves flying colorful kites during festivals and cultural events. It is often associated with the festival of Makar Sankranti and is enjoyed by people of all ages.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their feet?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Volleyball

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

Sepak Takraw is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their feet. It is similar to volleyball but is played with a rattan ball and is known for its acrobatic and skillful moves.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their heads?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Headball

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

Headball is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their heads. It is similar to volleyball but is played with a smaller ball and is known for its fast-paced and skillful gameplay.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their elbows?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Elbow Ball

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

Elbow Ball is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their elbows. It is similar to volleyball but is played with a smaller ball and is known for its fast-paced and skillful gameplay.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their shoulders?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Shoulder Ball

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

Shoulder Ball is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their shoulders. It is similar to volleyball but is played with a smaller ball and is known for its fast-paced and skillful gameplay.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their knees?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Knee Ball

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

Knee Ball is a traditional Indian sport that involves two teams attempting to score points by hitting a small ball over a net using their knees. It is similar to volleyball but is played with a smaller ball and is known for its fast-paced and skillful gameplay.

Multiple choice

Who is the founder of Taekwondo?

  1. Choi Hong Man

  2. Choi Hong Hi

  3. Lee Kwan Young

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

Choi Hong Hi is the founder of Taekwondo and is considered the "Father of Taekwondo".

Multiple choice

Which martial artist is known for his role in the movie "The Matrix"?

  1. Keanu Reeves

  2. Laurence Fishburne

  3. Carrie-Anne Moss

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

Keanu Reeves played the lead role of Neo in the movie "The Matrix", which is known for its innovative martial arts sequences.

Multiple choice

Who is the founder of Kung Fu?

  1. Bodhidharma

  2. Zhang Sanfeng

  3. Wong Fei Hung

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

Bodhidharma is considered the founder of Kung Fu and is known as the "Father of Kung Fu".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a sport that is traditionally associated with the upper castes in India?

  1. Cricket

  2. Hockey

  3. Football

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

Golf is a sport that is traditionally associated with the upper castes in India.

Multiple choice

What is the most common sport for which scholarships are awarded?

  1. Football

  2. Basketball

  3. Baseball

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

Football is the most common sport for which scholarships are awarded.

Multiple choice

What is the least common sport for which scholarships are awarded?

  1. Golf

  2. Tennis

  3. Swimming

  4. Track and field
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Golf is the least common sport for which scholarships are awarded.