Sports GK MCQs
Sports GK (General Knowledge) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on different sports and games for competitive examinations. These questions are part of GKToday’s 35000+ MCQs Bank Course in GKToday Android App
1. National Sports Day (NSD) is celebrated on which date in India?
[A] August 28
[B] August 29
[C] August 26
[D] August 27
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Correct Answer: B [August 29]
Notes:
National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 in India. This day marks the birthday of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, regarded as one of the greatest field hockey players of all time. National Sports Day aims to raise awareness on the importance of sports and physical fitness.
2. Who among the following is the First Indian Women to get an Olympic Medal?
[A] Anju Bobby George
[B] Karnam Malleshwari
[C] P T Usha
[D] Nameirakpam Kunjarani
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Correct Answer: B [Karnam Malleshwari]
Notes:
The first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal was Karnam Malleswari, who won a bronze medal in weightlifting at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.
3. Which among the following sports have largest number of participants in teams of either side?
[A] Rugby
[B] Water polo
[C] Baseball
[D] Soccer
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Correct Answer: A [Rugby]
Notes:- Soccer (association football): This sport typically has 11 players on each side.
- Rugby: Rugby union and rugby league both have 15 players on each side.
- American football: American football teams have 11 players on the field at a time.
- Australian rules football: Australian rules football teams also have 11 players on the field at a time.
- Ice hockey: Ice hockey teams have 6 players on the ice at a time, including the goaltender.
- Basketball: Basketball teams have 5 players on the court at a time.
4. In which of the following sports Decision Referral System is used?
[A] Hockey
[B] Tennis
[C] Chess
[D] Cricket
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Correct Answer: D [Cricket]
Notes:
In cricket, the Decision Referral System (DRS) is a technology-based system that allows teams to review certain decisions made by the on-field umpires. The DRS typically consists of several technologies, including Hawk-Eye (a computer system that uses multiple cameras to track the ball and predict its trajectory), Hot Spot (a thermal imaging system that detects the impact of the ball on the bat or other equipment), and Snicko (an audio system that can detect the sound of the ball hitting the bat or pads). The DRS is used to review decisions related to the dismissal of a batsman (such as caught, bowled, leg before wicket, or stumped), and teams are allowed a certain number of review requests per innings. The use of the DRS in cricket has been a topic of debate and controversy, with some critics arguing that it is not always reliable and can slow down the game.
5. Dempo Sports Club is a sports club , one of the most prominent football team of India is based in ______?
[A] Kolkata
[B] Panjim
[C] Guwahati
[D] Bangalore
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Correct Answer: B [Panjim]
6. Between which two teams did FIFA organise a Match of the Century in 2004?
[A] Germany and France
[B] France and Brazil
[C] Brazil and Germany
[D] Italy and Brazil
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Correct Answer: B [France and Brazil ]
Notes:
FIFA as part of its centennial celebrations in 2004, FIFA had organised a “Match of the Century” between the teams of France and Brazil. FIFA also holds an annual award ceremony to recthegnise both individual and team achievements. What is the name of the laws which govern the game?
7. After whose name is the Uber Cup named?
[A] Betty Uber
[B] Sarah Uber
[C] Jonna Uber
[D] Katrina Uber
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Correct Answer: A [Betty Uber ]
Notes:
Uber Cup is named after Betty Uber who was a British women’s badminton player. She in 1950 had an idea of hosting a women’s event similar to that of men.
8. Which of the following are the official languages of the Olympic Charter?
[A] English and Spanish
[B] English and French
[C] English and German
[D] English
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Correct Answer: B [English and French ]
Notes:
The Olympic Charter is a codification of the fundamental principles, rules and by-laws adopted by the International Olympic Committee. French and English are the official languages of the Olympic Charter.
9. What does the globe in the ICC World Cup Trophy symbolise?
[A] World
[B] All participating nations
[C] Cricket Ball
[D] Unity
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Correct Answer: C [Cricket Ball ]
Notes:
The ICC World Cup Trophy is presented to the winners of the World Cup and was designed and created in London. The golden globe in the trophy signifies a cricket ball. The globe is held by three columns.
10. Who had founded the International Olympic Committee in 1894?
[A] Jacques Rogge
[B] Demetrios Vikelas
[C] Pierre de Coubertin
[D] Henry Kissinger
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Correct Answer: C [Pierre de Coubertin ]
Notes:
The International Olympic Committee was created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin on 23 June 1894. Demetrios Vikelas was its first President.
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