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What is the height of a standard basketball hoop above the ground?
A 9 feet
B 9.5 feet
C 10 feet
D 10.5 feet
Correct Answer:  C. 10 feet
EXPLANATION

The standard height of a basketball hoop is 10 feet (3.05 meters) above the ground in all official basketball competitions.

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In which sport is the Davis Cup an important tournament?
A Badminton
B Tennis
C Table Tennis
D Squash
Correct Answer:  B. Tennis
EXPLANATION

The Davis Cup is a prestigious men's tennis tournament where nations compete against each other in team format.

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What is the circumference of a regulation volleyball?
A 60-70 cm
B 65-67 cm
C 70-75 cm
D 75-80 cm
Correct Answer:  B. 65-67 cm
EXPLANATION

The circumference of a regulation volleyball is 65-67 cm (approximately 25.5-26.5 inches).

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In which year was the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament first held?
A 2006
B 2007
C 2008
D 2009
Correct Answer:  C. 2008
EXPLANATION

The Indian Premier League was first held in 2008, revolutionizing cricket with its franchise-based T20 format.

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In kabaddi, how many players are there on each side in a standard match?
A 5
B 6
C 7
D 8
Correct Answer:  C. 7
EXPLANATION

In kabaddi, each side has 7 players on the field during a match, making it a key feature of this South Asian sport.

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What is the maximum number of players allowed on the field in a standard ice hockey match?
A 5 per side
B 6 per side
C 7 per side
D 8 per side
Correct Answer:  B. 6 per side
EXPLANATION

In ice hockey, each team has a maximum of 6 players on the ice at a time (usually 3 forwards, 2 defensemen, and 1 goaltender).

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In which year did India win the Cricket World Cup for the first time?
A 1979
B 1983
C 1987
D 1996
Correct Answer:  B. 1983
EXPLANATION

India won the Cricket World Cup in 1983 under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, defeating West Indies in the final at Lord's.

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What is the diameter of a standard basketball hoop/ring in inches?
A 18 inches
B 20 inches
C 22 inches
D 24 inches
Correct Answer:  A. 18 inches
EXPLANATION

A standard basketball hoop has an inner diameter of 18 inches (45.7 cm) according to NBA and international basketball regulations.

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What is the standard length of a cricket pitch in yards?
A 20 yards
B 22 yards
C 24 yards
D 26 yards
Correct Answer:  B. 22 yards
EXPLANATION

The standard length of a cricket pitch between the two stumps is 22 yards or approximately 20.12 meters.

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What is the height of the net in a standard badminton court?
A 1.55 meters
B 1.65 meters
C 1.75 meters
D 1.85 meters
Correct Answer:  A. 1.55 meters
EXPLANATION

# Badminton Net Height - Standard Dimensions

The badminton net height is a fixed specification set by international badminton governing bodies to ensure fair play across all official matches.

Step 1: Understand Badminton Court Standards

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) and international sports regulations establish specific equipment dimensions for all competitive badminton courts. The net is one of the most critical components as it divides the court and determines play fairness.

Step 2: Official Net Height Specification

According to international badminton standards, the net must be suspended at a height of exactly 1.55 meters (or 17 inches) from the ground at the edges and slightly lower at the center. This uniform height applies to both singles and doubles matches on standard badminton courts worldwide.

The answer is (A) 1.55 meters — this is the official regulation height set by the Badminton World Federation for all standard courts.

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