1. Which two countries are the host of 2026 ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup?
[A] South Africa & Namibia
[B] Zimbabwe & Namibia
[C] Sri Lanka & Zimbabwe
[D] UAE & Zimbabwe
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Correct Answer: B [Zimbabwe & Namibia]
Notes:
India’s Under-19 cricket team will start their 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup campaign against the United States on January 15 in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The tournament will be co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6 with 16 teams playing 41 matches. India is placed in Group A with the USA, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, playing all group matches at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
2. Which country is the host of ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2025?
[A] Namibia
[B] Thailand
[C] Uganda
[D] Scotland
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Correct Answer: B [Thailand]
Notes:
International Cricket Council (ICC) launched a new eight-team global event called the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy after the success of the Women’s World Cup in India. The inaugural edition will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 20–30 November as part of a new three-tier development pathway to boost women’s cricket. The competing teams are Thailand, Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, UAE, Scotland, Namibia, Tanzania, and Uganda. The recent Women’s ODI World Cup saw India win its maiden title, drawing 500 million viewers and record stadium attendance.
3. Who has become the first Indian female to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating?
[A] Janvi Jindal
[B] Asmita Pal
[C] Preeti Gupta
[D] Vartika Sinha
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Correct Answer: A [Janvi Jindal]
Notes:
Janvi Jindal, 18, from Chandigarh has become the first Indian female to hold 11 Guinness World Records in freestyle skating. She recently added six new records in November, including the most 360-degree rotations on inline skates in 30 seconds and one minute, and most one-wheeled 360-degree spins. Janvi earlier earned five Guinness titles in July 2025. She is now India’s second-highest Guinness record holder, after Sachin Tendulkar (19 records). Janvi is self-trained and also holds 21 total records, including India Book, Asia Book and Worldwide Book records. Chandigarh University honoured her with a ₹11,000 award and sports scholarship.
4. Which state/UT is the host of 69th National School Games U-19 Table Tennis Tournament?
[A] Jammu and Kashmir
[B] Ladakh
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Himachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Jammu and Kashmir]
Notes:
Jammu & Kashmir is hosting the 69th National School Games Under-19 Table Tennis Tournament. Around 400 players from 34 States, Union Territories, and organisations across India are participating. The tournament promises a showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit among young players.
5. Which country won the FIH Men’s Junior Hockey World Cup 2025?
[A] Germany
[B] Spain
[C] Argentina
[D] India
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Correct Answer: A [Germany]
Notes:
Germany won the International Hockey Federation (FIH) Men’s Junior Hockey World Cup 2025, defeating Spain 3-2 in a shoot-out after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. The final was held at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai, concluding the 13-day tournament that began on November 28 and was held across Chennai and Madurai. Justus Warweg scored for Germany in the 26th minute, while Nicolas Mustaros equalised for Spain in the 33rd minute. India won the bronze medal, defeating Argentina 4-2, marking their first bronze and adding to their previous tally of two golds and one silver in the tournament.
6. Which team won the All India Football Federation (AIFF) 2025-26?
[A] East Bengal
[B] FC Goa
[C] Bengaluru FC
[D] Kerala Blasters
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Correct Answer: B [FC Goa]
Notes:
Football Club Goa won the All India Football Federation Super Cup 2025-26, defeating East Bengal Football Club 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in extra time at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda. This was the first final of the All India Football Federation Super Cup to be decided by a penalty shootout, as both teams were unable to score during regulation and extra time. In the penalty shootout, Football Club Goa converted all but one attempt, while East Bengal Football Club missed two, giving Goa the victory in sudden-death penalties. The victory also secured Football Club Goa’s qualification for the 2026-27 Asian Football Confederation Champions League Two play-offs.
7. Who became the first Indian woman cricketer to score more than 4,000 runs in Women’s T20 Internationals?
[A] Harmanpreet Kaur
[B] Smriti Mandhana
[C] Mithali Raj
[D] Deepti Sharma
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Correct Answer: B [Smriti Mandhana]
Notes:
Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman cricketer to score more than 4,000 runs in T20 Internationals, marking a significant achievement for Indian cricket. She is only the second woman globally to reach this milestone, after New Zealand legend Suzie Bates, who has 4,716 T20I runs. Mandhana reached the milestone in 3,227 balls, which is faster than Suzie Bates, who took 3,675 balls, demonstrating Mandhana’s attacking strike rate and consistency. Mandhana scored 25 runs off 25 balls in the match against Sri Lanka, and though her innings was short, it was sufficient to surpass the 4,000-run mark.
8. Which Indian Chess players won the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025 Season 3 title?
[A] Viswanathan Anand and Vidit Gujrathi
[B] R Praggnanandhaa and Anish Giri
[C] Pentala Harikrishna and Arjun Erigaisi
[D] Nihal Sarin and D Gukesh
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Correct Answer: B [R Praggnanandhaa and Anish Giri]
Notes:
Alpine SG Pipers, led by Indian Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Anish Giri, won the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025 Season 3 title in Mumbai. They defeated defending champions Triveni Continental Kings in the finals, winning 4–2 in the first match and 4.5–1.5 in the second to secure their maiden GCL title.
9. Which city is the venue of 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Kolkata
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Correct Answer: A [Bengaluru]
Notes:
The 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship began at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium, Gunjur, Bengaluru. Around 1,000 young athletes from states and union territories are competing in boys’ and girls’ categories. Nearly 40 matches were played on the opening day. The tournament follows a league-cum-knockout format, with semifinals on 3 January and finals on 4 January 2026. 58th Senior National Kho Kho will be in Kazipet, Telangana (11–15 January), and 35th Sub-Junior Nationals in Kurukshetra, Haryana (31 Jan–4 Feb).
10. Which state is the host of 69th National School Games 2026?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Punjab
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Punjab]
Notes:
The 69th National School Games started in Punjab on 6th January at Guru Nanak Stadium, Ludhiana. The games feature young athletes from across India, competing in Judo (Under-14 boys & girls), Taekwondo (Under-14 girls), and Gatka (Under-19 boys & girls). Teams from various States and Union Territories, including Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh, and North East regions, are participating. Around 1,000 sports persons are taking part in the event. The Games will conclude on 11th January 2026.
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