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Q.51
Medium
Sports and Games
Which Indian chess player became the youngest Grandmaster in 2024?
APraggnanandhaa
BArjun Erigaisi
CD. Gukesh
DR. Praggnanandhaa
Correct Answer:
C. D. GukeshExplanation:
D. Gukesh achieved significant milestones in chess during 2024, establishing himself as one of India's brightest chess talents.
Q.52
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the diameter of a standard basketball hoop/ring in inches?
A18 inches
B20 inches
C22 inches
D24 inches
Correct Answer:
A. 18 inchesExplanation:
A standard basketball hoop has an inner diameter of 18 inches (45.7 cm) according to NBA and international basketball regulations.
Q.53
Medium
Sports and Games
Which Indian athlete's appointment as the national sports ambassador was announced in 2024?
ANeeraj Chopra
BP.V. Sindhu
CVirat Kohli
DSaina Nehwal
Correct Answer:
A. Neeraj ChopraExplanation:
Neeraj Chopra was appointed as a national sports ambassador, reflecting his status as one of India's most successful Olympic athletes.
Q.54
Easy
Sports and Games
In which year did India win the Cricket World Cup for the first time?
Explanation:
India won the Cricket World Cup in 1983 under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, defeating West Indies in the final at Lord's.
Q.55
Medium
Sports and Games
Who won the gold medal in women's 50m rifle 3 position shooting at the 2024 Paris Olympics?
AAnjum Moudgil
BElavenil Valarivan
CShrena Rana
DMehuli Ghosh
Correct Answer:
B. Elavenil ValarivanExplanation:
Elavenil Valarivan won India's gold medal in the 50m rifle 3 position event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Q.56
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the maximum number of players allowed on the field in a standard ice hockey match?
A5 per side
B6 per side
C7 per side
D8 per side
Correct Answer:
B. 6 per sideExplanation:
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).
Q.57
Medium
Sports and Games
Which Indian tennis player reached the semi-finals of the 2024 Australian Open women's doubles?
ASania Mirza
BAnkita Raina
CRujuta Tamhankar
DSania Mirza with Rohan Bopanna
Correct Answer:
B. Ankita RainaExplanation:
Ankita Raina achieved significant success in international tennis tournaments during the 2024 season, including strong performances in doubles.
Q.58
Easy
Sports and Games
In kabaddi, how many players are there on each side in a standard match?
Explanation:
In kabaddi, each side has 7 players on the field during a match, making it a key feature of this South Asian sport.
Q.59
Medium
Sports and Games
Which country won the Thomas Cup (men's badminton world championship) in 2024?
AChina
BIndonesia
CIndia
DMalaysia
Correct Answer:
B. IndonesiaExplanation:
Indonesia won the Thomas Cup in 2024, defeating South Korea in the final.
Q.60
Medium
Sports and Games
What is the standard weight of a shot put used in men's track and field competitions?
A7 kg
B7.26 kg
C8 kg
D9 kg
Correct Answer:
B. 7.26 kgExplanation:
The standard weight of a men's shot put in international athletics is 7.26 kilograms (16 pounds).
