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Sports General Knowledge

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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

What is the most popular Paralympic sport?

  1. Athletics

  2. Swimming

  3. Wheelchair Basketball

  4. Cycling
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Explanation

Athletics is the most popular Paralympic sport, with over 1,000 athletes competing in various track and field events.

Multiple choice

Which Paralympic sport is known for its fast-paced action and high-scoring games?

  1. Wheelchair Rugby

  2. Goalball

  3. Boccia

  4. Sitting Volleyball
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Explanation

Wheelchair Rugby is known for its fast-paced action and high-scoring games, often referred to as 'murderball' due to its physical nature.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a pool using specially designed kayaks?

  1. Paracanoe

  2. Paratriathlon

  3. Paracycling

  4. Pararowing
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Explanation

Paracanoe is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a pool using specially designed kayaks, propelled by their arms or paddles.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Paralympic sport where athletes compete in cross-country skiing or biathlon events?

  1. Paralympic Nordic Skiing

  2. Paralympic Alpine Skiing

  3. Paralympic Snowboarding

  4. Paralympic Curling
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Explanation

Paralympic Nordic Skiing is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in cross-country skiing or biathlon events using adaptive equipment.

Multiple choice

Which Paralympic sport involves athletes competing in a race using handcycles?

  1. Paracycling

  2. Paratriathlon

  3. Pararowing

  4. Wheelchair Racing
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Explanation

Paracycling is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a race using handcycles, specially designed bicycles propelled by hand cranks.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a race using specially designed racing wheelchairs?

  1. Wheelchair Racing

  2. Paratriathlon

  3. Paracycling

  4. Pararowing
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Explanation

Wheelchair Racing is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a race using specially designed racing wheelchairs, propelled by their arms.

Multiple choice

Which Paralympic sport involves athletes competing in a race using specially adapted sailboats?

  1. Paralympic Sailing

  2. Paralympic Rowing

  3. Paralympic Canoeing

  4. Paralympic Swimming
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Explanation

Paralympic Sailing is a Paralympic sport where athletes compete in a race using specially adapted sailboats, designed for sailors with various disabilities.

Multiple choice

What is the estimated annual economic impact of squash worldwide?

  1. $1 billion
  2. $5 billion
  3. $10 billion
  4. $20 billion
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Explanation

The estimated annual economic impact of squash worldwide is $1 billion, according to the World Squash Federation.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest squash market?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Egypt

  4. Pakistan
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Explanation

The United States has the largest squash market, with over 20 million players.

Multiple choice

Which sport is considered to be the most popular in India?

  1. Cricket

  2. Football

  3. Hockey

  4. Kabaddi
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Explanation

Cricket is widely regarded as the most popular sport in India, with a large fan base and a significant cultural impact.

Multiple choice

Which regional sport has gained significant popularity in recent years, becoming a symbol of regional identity?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Gatka
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Explanation

Kabaddi has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years, becoming a symbol of regional identity and attracting a large fan base.

Multiple choice

Which regional sport is particularly popular in the state of Maharashtra and is often associated with the Maratha community?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Gatka
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Explanation

Kabaddi is a popular sport in Maharashtra and is closely associated with the Maratha community, holding cultural and historical significance.

Multiple choice

Which regional sport is particularly popular in the state of Kerala and is often associated with the Malayali community?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Kalaripayattu
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Explanation

Kalaripayattu is a traditional martial art form that originated in Kerala and is closely associated with the Malayali community, holding cultural and historical significance.

Multiple choice

Which regional sport is particularly popular in the state of Maharashtra and is often associated with the Maratha community?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Gatka
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Explanation

Kabaddi is a popular sport in Maharashtra and is closely associated with the Maratha community, holding cultural and historical significance.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular Paralympic sport?

  1. Athletics

  2. Swimming

  3. Wheelchair basketball

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

Athletics is the most popular Paralympic sport, with over 1,000 athletes competing in the event at the 2020 Paralympic Games.