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In which sport did Saina Nehwal achieve her first International Super Series win?
A Badminton
B Tennis
C Table Tennis
D Squash
Correct Answer:  A. Badminton
EXPLANATION

Saina Nehwal is a legendary badminton player from India who has won multiple International Super Series titles throughout her career.

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How many players constitute a standard volleyball team on the court?
A 5
B 6
C 7
D 8
Correct Answer:  B. 6
EXPLANATION

A standard volleyball team has 6 players on the court at any given time, with a maximum squad size of 14 players in international matches.

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What is the circumference of a standard cricket ball?
A 22.4 - 22.9 cm
B 23.5 cm
C 24.5 cm
D 25.5 cm
Correct Answer:  A. 22.4 - 22.9 cm
EXPLANATION

# Cricket Ball Circumference

A cricket ball's circumference is standardized by international cricket regulations to ensure fair play across all matches.

Step 1: Official Specification

The International Cricket Council (ICC) sets strict regulations for cricket equipment. According to the Laws of Cricket, a standard cricket ball must have a circumference between 22.4 and 22.9 centimeters.

Step 2: Verification

This measurement corresponds to a cricket ball diameter of approximately 7.1 to 7.3 cm, which matches the official specifications documented in cricket rulebooks worldwide.

The circumference of a standard cricket ball is 22.4 - 22.9 cm.

Answer: (A) 22.4 - 22.9 cm

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

# Indian Premier League (IPL) Inaugural Season

The Indian Premier League is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India that was established by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Step 1: Understanding the IPL's Creation

The IPL was conceptualized and approved by the BCCI in 2007 as a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket tournament. The league was designed to bring international cricket standards to India while providing entertainment and a platform for both established and emerging cricket talent.

Step 2: Identifying the First Season

The inaugural IPL season commenced in 2008 with eight franchises competing against each other. This was a landmark year for Indian cricket as it marked the beginning of what would become one of the most popular and commercially successful cricket leagues in the world.

The correct answer is (C) 2008.

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What is the standard duration of each half in field hockey?
A 30 minutes
B 35 minutes
C 40 minutes
D 45 minutes
Correct Answer:  B. 35 minutes
EXPLANATION

Each half in field hockey lasts 35 minutes with a 10-minute break between halves, making the total match duration 80 minutes of play.

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In which year did India win the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup for the first time?
A 1979
B 1983
C 1987
D 1992
Correct Answer:  B. 1983
EXPLANATION

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

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Which Indian athlete won a gold medal in Javelin Throw at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
A Neeraj Chopra
B Rani Rampal
C Sindhu PV
D Bajrang Punia
Correct Answer:  A. Neeraj Chopra
EXPLANATION

Neeraj Chopra won India's only individual gold medal at Tokyo 2020 Olympics with a throw of 87.58m in the men's javelin throw event.

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In which city was the 2024 Summer Olympics held?
A Paris
B Tokyo
C Rio de Janeiro
D Los Angeles
Correct Answer:  A. Paris
EXPLANATION

The 2024 Summer Olympics were held in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11, 2024.

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What is the maximum number of players in a standard basketball team on the court at any time?
A 4
B 5
C 6
D 7
Correct Answer:  B. 5
EXPLANATION

A standard basketball team has 5 players on the court at any given time - 2 guards, 2 forwards, and 1 center.

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In which year was the Indian Premier League (IPL) first launched?
A 2005
B 2008
C 2010
D 2007
Correct Answer:  B. 2008
EXPLANATION

The Indian Premier League was first launched in 2008 as a domestic Twenty20 cricket league and has since become one of the most popular T20 leagues globally.

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