1. Recently, who won the Bronze medal in the Shotgun Junior World Cup in Italy?
[A] Manu Bhaker
[B] Anjali Bhagwat
[C] Sabeera Haris
[D] Nandita Das
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Correct Answer: C [Sabeera Haris ]
Notes:
India’s Sabeera Haris won the bronze medal in the women’s trap event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Italy, shooting 29 out of 40 targets. Carey Garrison of the US took gold with 40 out of 50 targets, and Italy’s Sofia Gori earned silver with 39 hits. Indian shooters Bhavya Tripathi and Rajkuwar Ingle finished 26th and 33rd, respectively.
2. Which day is observed as ‘World Chess Day’ every year?
[A] 19 July
[B] 20 July
[C] 21 July
[D] 22 July
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Correct Answer: B [20 July]
Notes:
World Chess Day, celebrated annually on July 20th, marks the establishment of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in Paris in 1924. UNESCO proposed this day in 1966, recognizing chess for its intellectual benefits and cultural diversity. Originating in India as “Chaturanga” nearly 1500 years ago, chess is promoted as a game for all ages and backgrounds. FIDE was founded by chess organizations from eight countries.
3. Manolo Marquez, who has been appointed as head coach of the Indian men’s football team, belongs to which country?
[A] Australia
[B] Spain
[C] France
[D] Romania
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Correct Answer: B [Spain]
Notes:
Spaniard Manolo Marquez has been appointed head coach of the Indian men’s football team, while also continuing his role with FC Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. Marquez will assume the national team head coach role full-time after the ISL season. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey announced the appointment.
4. Vinesh Phogat, who recently disqualified from Paris Olympics 2024, is associated with which sports?
[A] Boxing
[B] Badminton
[C] Table Tennis
[D] Wrestling
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Correct Answer: D [Wrestling]
Notes:
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from competing in women’s freestyle wrestling finals at Paris Olympics due to being overweight by just100 grams exceeding limit set by wrestling rules governing weight categories.She had reached finals after defeating wrestlers including Tokyo Olympic gold medalist Yui Susaki & European champion Oksana Livach.
5. Recently, which Indian wrestler has announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Olympics?
[A] Aman Sehrawat
[B] Vinesh Phogat
[C] Nisha Dahiya
[D] Anshu Malik
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Correct Answer: B [Vinesh Phogat]
Notes:
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, 29, announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Olympics for being 100 grams overweight before her gold medal bout in the 50 kg category. She appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) to be awarded a joint silver medal, citing severe dehydration from extreme weight-cutting measures. Phogat, a three-time Olympian in different weight classes, became the first international wrestler to defeat reigning champion Yui Susaki and the first Indian female wrestler to reach an Olympic final in 2024. She is a multiple Commonwealth Games gold medalist and has won two World Wrestling Championship bronze medals.
6. Which two Indian athletes were selected as the flag bearers for India in the opening ceremony of 2024 Paris Paralympics Games?
[A] Krishna Nagar and Ajeet Singh
[B] Manish Narwal and Avani Lekhara
[C] Sumit Antil and Bhagyashri Jadhav
[D] Yogesh Kathuniya and Nishad Kumar
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Correct Answer: C [Sumit Antil and Bhagyashri Jadhav]
Notes:
Sumit Antil and Bhagyashri Jadhav were selected as flag bearers for India at the 2024 Paris Paralympics opening ceremony on 28 August 2024. The 17th Summer Paralympics will take place in Paris from 28 August to 8 September 2024. Sumit Antil, a 25-year-old World Champion, won gold in javelin at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics and holds the world record in the F64 category. Bhagyashri Jadhav, 39, won silver in shot put (F34 category) at the Asian Para Games and World Para Athletics Championships in May 2024.
7. Who has been appointed as India’s chef de mission for the Paris Paralympics 2024?
[A] Devendra Jhajharia
[B] Deepa Malik
[C] Satya Prakash Sangwan
[D] Yogesh Kathuniya
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Correct Answer: C [Satya Prakash Sangwan]
Notes:
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has appointed Satya Prakash Sangwan as Chef de Mission for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Sangwan, also PCI’s Vice-President, will lead India’s largest-ever contingent of 84 para-athletes in 12 sports. He is well-respected in the para-sports community for his experience and passion. PCI President Devendra Jhajharia praised Sangwan’s long-term contribution to the committee. The Chef de Mission role involves leadership, mentorship, and strategic planning.
8. Which day is celebrated as ‘National Sports Day’ annually?
[A] 27 August
[B] 28 August
[C] 29 August
[D] 30 August
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Correct Answer: C [29 August]
Notes:
National Sports Day is celebrated every year on August 29 in India to honor the spirit of sports and physical fitness. The day marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, a legendary hockey player who greatly contributed to India’s success in hockey. National Sports Day aims to inspire youth participation in sports and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. The day is a reminder of how sports enrich lives and strengthen community bonds. Various sports events and ceremonies are held nationwide, honoring athletes and their achievements. The theme for 2024 has not been announced yet; last year’s theme was “Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society.”
9. Shannon Gabriel, who recently announced his retirement from International cricket, belongs to which country?
[A] West Indies
[B] England
[C] Australia
[D] South Africa
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Correct Answer: A [West Indies]
Notes:
Shannon Gabriel, a West Indies fast bowler, announced his retirement from international cricket. Gabriel began his international career in 2012. He played in 59 Test matches, 25 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and two T20 Internationals, taking a total of 202 wickets. He found more success in Test cricket and became a regular in the West Indies team by 2017. In 2019, Gabriel was banned for four ODIs due to a homophobic remark against Joe Root. His last appearance for West Indies was in a Test match against India in July 2023. He plays for Trinidad and Tobago in domestic cricket.
10. Durand cup, recently seen in the news, is associated with which sports?
[A] Basketball
[B] Football
[C] Hockey
[D] Cricket
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Correct Answer: B [Football]
Notes:
NorthEast United FC won its first Durand Cup title by beating Mohun Bagan Super Giant 4-3 in a penalty shootout. The final was held at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on 31 August 2024. The 133rd Durand Cup, Asia’s oldest football tournament, was played in Kolkata, Kokrajhar, Jamshedpur, and Shillong from 27 July to 31 August 2024. Mohun Bagan, with 17 Durand Cup wins, couldn’t defend its title. Mohun Bagan led with two first-half goals, but NorthEast United equalized with two second-half goals. In the penalty shootout, NEUFC’s goalkeeper Gurmeet Singh made two crucial saves for the win.The Durand Cup is Asia’s oldest football tournament, and the 2024 edition was its 133rd year. NEUFC, based in Guwahati, Assam, is the only club from the Northeast in the Indian Super League.
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