Who became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in shooting?
AManu Bhaker
BNeeraj Chopra
CAbhinav Bindra
DRajyavardhan Singh Rathod
Correct Answer: A. Manu Bhaker
Explanation:
Manu Bhaker won India's first gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 10m air pistol shooting event, and later won a bronze in the mixed team event.
In which year did India win the ICC Cricket World Cup as hosts?
A1983
B1996
C2011
D2015
Correct Answer: C. 2011
Explanation:
India hosted and won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, defeating Sri Lanka in the final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Which Indian athlete won the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award in 2024?
ANeeraj Chopra
BNikhat Zareen
CVinesh Phogat
DRani Rampal
Correct Answer: A. Neeraj Chopra
Explanation:
Neeraj Chopra received the Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award in 2024 for his remarkable return to form after injuries and his continued excellence in javelin throw.
The Khel Ratna Award was renamed to which name in 2021?
ARajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award
BMajor Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
CSachin Tendulkar Award
DVirat Kohli Award
Correct Answer: B. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
Explanation:
The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award was renamed to Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in August 2021 to honor the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
Vinesh Phogat created history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by becoming the first Indian female wrestler to do what?
AWin an Olympic gold medal
BReach an Olympic final
CWin an Olympic medal
DCompete in three Olympic Games
Correct Answer: B. Reach an Olympic final
Explanation:
Vinesh Phogat became the first Indian female wrestler to reach an Olympic final at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 50kg category, though she was unable to compete due to weight issues.
Which sports discipline did Neeraj Chopra represent India in at the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning a silver medal?
ALong Jump
BHigh Jump
CJavelin Throw
DShot Put
Correct Answer: C. Javelin Throw
Explanation:
Neeraj Chopra won a silver medal in the javelin throw event at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with a throw of 89.45 meters, making him one of India's most successful Olympic athletes.
Which Indian badminton player won the BWF World Championships title in 2024?
AP.V. Sindhu
BSaina Nehwal
CLakshya Sen
DKidambi Srikanth
Correct Answer: C. Lakshya Sen
Explanation:
Lakshya Sen won the Men's Singles title at the BWF World Championships 2024 held in Copenhagen, Denmark, marking a significant achievement for Indian badminton.
