General Awareness

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 general knowledge sports

Volley Ball is the National Sport of

  1. England

  2. Finland

  3. Norway

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

Volleyball is indeed the national sport of Sri Lanka, designated in 1951. The country has a strong volleyball tradition at both competitive and recreational levels. England, Finland, and Norway have different national sports.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Kabaddi is the National Game of

  1. India

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Cuba

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

Kabaddi is the national game of Bangladesh, officially designated in 1972. It's a traditional contact sport that originated in ancient India. While popular in India too, it's Bangladesh's designated national sport.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Baseball is the National Game of

  1. Canada

  2. West Indies

  3. England

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

Baseball is the national sport of Cuba, officially designated in the 1960s though played since the 1860s. Cuba has a rich baseball tradition and has produced many legendary players. The sport is deeply embedded in Cuban culture and identity.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Go is the National Game of

  1. Japan

  2. India

  3. Burma

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

Go is considered the national game of Japan, though it originated in China around 2500 years ago. It was introduced to Japan around the 8th century and became deeply embedded in Japanese culture. Go is a strategic board game played with black and white stones on a grid.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Ball is an air-filled sphere with a circumference of 68–70 cm (27–28 in), a heavier weight 410–450 g (14–16 oz), inflated to a pressure of 0.6–1.1 at (59–108 kPa 8.5–15.6 psi) "at sea level", and covered in leather. Use clue if u cannot get it still.

  1. Football Ball

  2. Volleyball Ball

  3. Rugby Ball

  4. Water Polo Ball
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A football (soccer ball) fits this description perfectly: 68-70cm circumference, 410-450g weight, leather-covered, inflated to specific pressure. The dimensions and weight match FIFA specifications exactly.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Official diameter is 65.41-68.58 mm (2.575-2.700 inches). Balls must weigh between 56.0g and 59.4g (1.975-2.095 ounces). Balls are covered in a fibrous fluffy felt which modifies their aerodynamic properties. Made of rubber with a cloth covering. Use clue if u cannot get it still.

  1. Lawn Tennis Ball

  2. Squash Ball

  3. Polo Ball

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

A tennis ball is distinguished by: 65.41-68.58mm diameter, 56-59.4g weight, rubber core, and the characteristic fibrous felt covering. The fuzzy felt is unique to tennis balls among sports balls.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Ball is 720–730 mm (28–29 in) in circumference, and 545–555 mm (21.5–21.9 in) transverse circumference, and inflated to a pressure of 62–76 kPa (9.0–11.0 psi). Shaped like an egg. Use clue if u cannot get it still.

  1. Volleyball Ball

  2. Football Ball

  3. Rugby Ball

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

A rugby ball is characterized by its egg/oval shape, 720-730mm long circumference, 545-555mm transverse circumference, and inflated to 62-76 kPa. The egg shape is the key identifier.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Balls are 39.5 mm and 40.5 mm in diameter, and have a mass of 23 to 25 grams.[4] They are made with two pieces of rubber compound, glued together to form a hollow sphere and buffed to a matte finish. Different balls are provided for varying temperature and atmospheric conditions and standards of play. Use clue if u cannot get it still.

  1. Polo Ball

  2. Lawn Tennis Ball

  3. Squash Ball

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

A squash ball matches: 39.5-40.5mm diameter, 23-25g mass, made of two pieces of rubber compound glued into a hollow sphere, with matte finish. The small rubber construction is characteristic.

Multiple choice general knowledge

In which sport do women compete for the Uber cup ?

  1. Table Tennis

  2. Football

  3. Badminton

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

The Uber Cup is the prestigious international team competition for women's badminton, analogous to the Thomas Cup for men. It was established in 1956 and is governed by the Badminton World Federation. Football, table tennis, and tennis have their own separate women's competitions.

Multiple choice general knowledge

Tour de France is associated with

  1. motor racing

  2. cycling

  3. swimming

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

Tour de France is an annual men's multiple-stage bicycle race primarily held in France. It is the most prestigious of cycling's three Grand Tours. Motor racing, swimming, and football are completely different sports with their own major competitions.