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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

What is the term used for a bet that involves predicting the outcome of multiple cricket matches?

  1. Straight Bet

  2. Accumulator Bet

  3. Over/Under Bet

  4. Each-Way Bet
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

An accumulator bet is a bet on the outcome of multiple cricket matches, where the winnings from each match are rolled over to the next match.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the oldest archery club in India?

  1. Bombay Archery Club

  2. Calcutta Archery Club

  3. Madras Archery Club

  4. Delhi Archery Club
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Bombay Archery Club was founded in 1862, making it the oldest archery club in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian archery club has won the most national championships?

  1. Tata Archery Academy

  2. Army Sports Institute

  3. Sports Authority of India Training Centre

  4. Petroleum Sports Promotion Board
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Tata Archery Academy has won the most national championships, with over 50 titles to its name.

Multiple choice

Which Indian archery club is known for producing some of the country's top archers?

  1. Army Sports Institute

  2. Sports Authority of India Training Centre

  3. Petroleum Sports Promotion Board

  4. SAI National Centre of Excellence
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Army Sports Institute is known for producing some of the country's top archers, including Deepika Kumari, Atanu Das, and Tarundeep Rai.

Multiple choice

What is the color of a table tennis ball used in competitions for people with disabilities?

  1. White

  2. Yellow

  3. Orange

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

The color of a table tennis ball used in competitions for people with disabilities is white.

Multiple choice

How many players are on a Badminton court at a time?

  1. 2

  2. 4

  3. 6

  4. 8
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In Badminton, a match is played between two players or two pairs of players.

Multiple choice

Which sport has significantly influenced the cuisine of Manipur, resulting in dishes like 'Sagol Kangjei' and 'Chagem Pomba'?

  1. Hockey

  2. Football

  3. Polo

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

Polo, a traditional equestrian sport, has left a lasting impact on the cuisine of Manipur. Dishes like 'Sagol Kangjei' (horse gram curry) and 'Chagem Pomba' (fermented soybean dish) reflect this influence.

Multiple choice

Which sport has inspired the unique 'Kabaddi Adda' culinary tradition in West Bengal, where food stalls serve delicacies during kabaddi matches?

  1. Football

  2. Cricket

  3. Hockey

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

The 'Kabaddi Adda' tradition in West Bengal revolves around kabaddi matches, where food stalls set up near the playing field serve a variety of local delicacies to spectators and players.

Multiple choice

Which sport has influenced the 'Harsha Ugadi' festival in Karnataka, where traditional sports like 'Kabaddi' and 'Tug-of-War' are played?

  1. Cricket

  2. Hockey

  3. Football

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

The 'Harsha Ugadi' festival in Karnataka celebrates the new year and features traditional sports like 'Kabaddi' and 'Tug-of-War', reflecting the influence of these sports on the region's culture.

Multiple choice

Which sport has inspired the 'Mujrai' dance form in Karnataka, often performed during sports events and festivals?

  1. Hockey

  2. Cricket

  3. Kabaddi

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

The 'Mujrai' dance form in Karnataka is traditionally performed during sports events and festivals, particularly those associated with kabaddi. It is known for its graceful movements and rhythmic beats.

Multiple choice

Which sport has inspired the 'Kabaddi Mela' in Punjab, where kabaddi tournaments are held alongside food stalls serving regional delicacies?

  1. Cricket

  2. Hockey

  3. Football

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

The 'Kabaddi Mela' in Punjab is a celebration of the sport of kabaddi, featuring tournaments and food stalls serving regional delicacies. It showcases the deep-rooted connection between kabaddi and the culinary traditions of the region.

Multiple choice

Which sport is commonly used as a medium for leadership development in rural India?

  1. Cricket

  2. Football

  3. Hockey

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

Cricket is the most popular sport in India and is widely used as a medium for leadership development programs in rural areas due to its accessibility and popularity.

Multiple choice

Which of these traditional Indian games involves throwing a wooden stick at a target while standing on one leg?

  1. Kho-Kho

  2. Kabaddi

  3. Ludo

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

Gilli-Danda is a popular Indian game where players use a wooden stick called a 'danda' to hit a smaller stick called a 'gilli'. The objective is to strike the gilli as far as possible while maintaining balance on one leg.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian game involves spinning a top and trying to keep it balanced on a string?

  1. Lattu

  2. Kite Flying

  3. Tug-of-War

  4. Hide-and-Seek
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Lattu, also known as spinning top, is a traditional Indian game where players spin a wooden or metal top and try to keep it balanced on a string. The objective is to keep the top spinning for as long as possible.

Multiple choice

Which traditional Indian game involves flying kites during festivals and competitions?

  1. Kite Flying

  2. Tug-of-War

  3. Hide-and-Seek

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

Kite flying is a popular traditional Indian game and pastime. During festivals and competitions, people fly kites of various shapes and sizes, often competing to see whose kite flies the highest or remains in the air the longest.