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
41. Which wrestler is also known as “The Great Gama”?
[A] Ghulam Mohammad Baksh
[B] Aslam Pahalwan
[C] Sheik Ali
[D] Dara Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Ghulam Mohammad Baksh]
Notes:
Ghulam Mohammad Baksh, commonly known as Rustam-e-Hind and by the ring name The Great Gama, was an Indian wrestler who remained the undefeated champion of the world. He was awarded the Indian version of the World Heavyweight Championship on 15 October 1910 and went on to defeat freestyle wrestling champions across the world. Undefeated in a career spanning more than 52 years, he is considered one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.
42. Which sport’s regional form is “Sambo”?
[A] Football
[B] Tennis
[C] Badminton
[D] Wrestling
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Correct Answer: D [Wrestling]
Notes:
Sambo is a Soviet martial art, an internationally-practised combat sport, and a recognized style of amateur wrestling included by UWW in the World Wrestling Championships along with Greco-Roman wrestling and freestyle wrestling.
43. Who holds the record of winning the most numbers of medals in weightlifting at the Summer Olympics?
[A] Pyrros Dimas
[B] Halil Mutlu
[C] Louis Hostin
[D] Tommy Kono
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Correct Answer: A [Pyrros Dimas]
Notes:
Pyrros Dimas holds the record of winning the most numbers of medals in weightlifting at the Summer Olympics.
44. In which city is the headquarters of the Archery Association of India located?
[A] Mumbai
[B] New Delhi
[C] Kolkata
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The headquarters of the Archery Association of India is located in New Delhi. Established in 1973, this sports body functions under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. It is responsible for organizing archery events across the nation and preparing Indian archers for international competitions, including the Olympic Games. In addition to its administrative role, the association plays a significant part in the development and promotion of archery sport in India.
45. Which country won the gold medal in men’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics?
[A] Australia
[B] United States of America
[C] Italy
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: D [South Korea]
Notes:
South Korea won the gold medal in men’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics, continuing its dominance in the sport. South Korea has historically excelled in archery, winning numerous Olympic medals since the sport was introduced in 1900. The country has a strong archery program and has produced many world-class archers, contributing to its reputation as a powerhouse in the discipline.
46. In which year did archery become a permanent part of the Olympic Games after a 52-year hiatus?
[A] 1970
[B] 1972
[C] 1968
[D] 1974
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Correct Answer: B [1972]
Notes:
Starting from 1972, Archery has been a permanent feature of the Olympic Games following a 52-year absence. For the first time, it was included in the Paris 1900 games, then subsequently in 1904, 1908, and 1920. Presently, the competition format includes individual, mixed team, and team events. A mixed team event comprises two archers, a man and a woman, who shoot in the same category. Similarly, in the team event, it involves three archers from the same gender competing in the same category.
47. Identify the Volleyball attack technique. “An attack performed by a back-row player. The player must jump from behind the 3-meter line before making contact with the ball, but may land in front of the 3-meter line.”?
[A] Backcourt
[B] Line and Cross-court shot
[C] Block-abuse
[D] Off-speed limit
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Correct Answer: A [Backcourt]
Notes:
Backcourt (or back row) is an attack performed by a back-row player. The player must jump from behind the 3-meter line before making contact with the ball, but may land in front of the 3-meter line.
48. Identify the Volleyball player’s strategy. “They are players that can perform very fast attacks that usually take place near the setter. They are specialized in blocking since they must attempt to stop equally fast plays from their opponents and then quickly set up a double block at the sides of the court.”?
[A] Setters
[B] Liberos
[C] Middle hitters
[D] Outside hitters
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Correct Answer: C [Middle hitters]
Notes:
Middle blockers or Middle hitters are players that can perform very fast attacks that usually take place near the setter. They are specialized in blocking since they must attempt to stop equally fast plays from their opponents and then quickly set up a double block at the sides of the court.
49. The “Liga Asobal” is the premier professional handball league of which country?
[A] Portugal
[B] France
[C] Italy
[D] Spain
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Correct Answer: D [Spain]
Notes:
Liga Asobal is the premier professional handball league in Spain. It was founded in 1958 which is played under EHF rules, currently consists of 16 teams, including famous ones like FC Barcelona, Ademar Leon, Bidasoa and Granollers.
50. Who has been selected as the Team India Flagbearer at the 2022 Commonwealth Games?
[A] Mary Kom
[B] P V Sindhu
[C] Neeraj Chopra
[D] Mirabhai Chanu
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Correct Answer: B [P V Sindhu]
Notes:
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) announced two-time Olympic medal winning player PV Sindhu as the Team India Flagbearer at the 2022 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Birmingham.
The 2022 edition of the Commonwealth Games also has the largest contingent of female athletes in the history of the Games. As many as 205 participants are set to take part in the games in 20 sports. Top Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra had to withdraw due to an injury.