In which sport is the term "century" commonly used?
Explanation: A 'century' refers to a batsman scoring 100 or more runs in an innings in cricket.
QUESTION 2 OF 200
The FIFA World Cup is held every how many years?
Explanation: The FIFA World Cup, football's premier tournament, is held every 4 years.
QUESTION 3 OF 200
India won its first hockey Olympic gold medal in which year?
Explanation: India won its first Olympic hockey gold medal in 1928 at the Amsterdam Olympics.
QUESTION 4 OF 200
How many players are there in a standard cricket team on the field?
Explanation: A standard cricket team fields 11 players on the ground at a time.
QUESTION 5 OF 200
Who is known as the "Flying Sikh" of Indian athletics?
Explanation: Milkha Singh, a legendary Indian sprinter, is famously known as the 'Flying Sikh'.
QUESTION 6 OF 200
The National Sport of India, as widely recognized in popular tradition, is:
Explanation: Hockey is widely and traditionally regarded as the National Sport of India.
QUESTION 7 OF 200
In tennis, how many Grand Slam tournaments are held each year?
Explanation: Tennis holds four Grand Slam tournaments each year: Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
QUESTION 8 OF 200
Sachin Tendulkar, one of cricket's greatest batsmen, played for which country?
Explanation: Sachin Tendulkar, one of cricket's greatest batsmen, played for India.
QUESTION 9 OF 200
The Olympic Games are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Olympic Games are held every 4 years.
QUESTION 10 OF 200
Which Indian city hosted the first Asian Games in 1951?
Explanation: New Delhi hosted the first Asian Games in 1951.
QUESTION 11 OF 200
The term "love" in tennis scoring refers to:
Explanation: In tennis scoring, 'love' refers to a score of zero.
QUESTION 12 OF 200
Which Indian city hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games?
Explanation: New Delhi hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
QUESTION 13 OF 200
In badminton, how many points are needed to win a standard game (rally point system)?
Explanation: In badminton's rally point system, 21 points are needed to win a standard game.
QUESTION 14 OF 200
Who is the first Indian to have won an individual Olympic gold medal in track and field (javelin, Tokyo 2020)?
Explanation: Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold in track and field, in javelin at Tokyo 2020.
QUESTION 15 OF 200
Which sport is associated with the term "checkmate"?
Explanation: 'Checkmate' is a term associated with chess, marking the end of the game.
QUESTION 16 OF 200
The Ranji Trophy is a domestic tournament associated with which sport in India?
Explanation: The Ranji Trophy is India's premier domestic first-class cricket tournament.
QUESTION 17 OF 200
In which sport would you perform a "slam dunk"?
Explanation: A 'slam dunk' is a scoring move performed in basketball.
QUESTION 18 OF 200
Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in which sport (2008 Beijing Olympics)?
Explanation: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in shooting at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
QUESTION 19 OF 200
The term "hat-trick" in cricket refers to a bowler taking how many wickets on consecutive deliveries?
Explanation: A 'hat-trick' in cricket means a bowler takes 3 wickets on three consecutive deliveries.
QUESTION 20 OF 200
Which Indian wrestler became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in wrestling (2016 Rio Olympics)?
Explanation: Sakshi Malik became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic wrestling medal, at Rio 2016.
QUESTION 21 OF 200
The Olympic Games are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Olympic Games are held every 4 years.
QUESTION 22 OF 200
The modern Olympic Games were revived in 1896 primarily due to the efforts of:
Explanation: Baron Pierre de Coubertin is credited with reviving the modern Olympic Games in 1896.
QUESTION 23 OF 200
The first modern Olympic Games in 1896 were held in which city?
Explanation: The first modern Olympic Games in 1896 were held in Athens.
QUESTION 24 OF 200
The Olympic flag consists of five interlocking rings representing:
Explanation: The Olympic flag's five interlocking rings represent the five inhabited continents.
QUESTION 25 OF 200
The Summer and Winter Olympics were held in the same year until which year, after which they were staggered?
Explanation: The Summer and Winter Olympics were held in the same year until 1992, after which they were staggered.
QUESTION 26 OF 200
India won its first individual Olympic gold medal through which shooter at the 2008 Beijing Olympics?
Explanation: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in shooting at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
QUESTION 27 OF 200
Neeraj Chopra won India's gold medal in javelin throw at which Olympics?
Explanation: Neeraj Chopra won India's javelin throw gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (held in 2021).
QUESTION 28 OF 200
India's field hockey team won its first Olympic gold medal in which year?
Explanation: India's field hockey team won its first Olympic gold medal in 1928.
QUESTION 29 OF 200
Major Dhyan Chand, regarded as one of the greatest hockey players ever, played for India during which era?
Explanation: Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players ever, played for India during the 1920s-1940s.
QUESTION 30 OF 200
National Sports Day in India is celebrated on the birthday of which legendary hockey player?
Explanation: National Sports Day in India is celebrated on the birthday of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.
QUESTION 31 OF 200
The FIFA World Cup, football's premier tournament, is held every how many years?
Explanation: The FIFA World Cup, football's premier tournament, is held every 4 years.
QUESTION 32 OF 200
The first FIFA World Cup was held in which country in 1930?
Explanation: The first FIFA World Cup was held in Uruguay in 1930.
QUESTION 33 OF 200
Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup how many times, the most of any nation?
Explanation: Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup a record five times, more than any other nation.
QUESTION 34 OF 200
The FIFA World Cup 2022 was hosted by which country?
Explanation: The FIFA World Cup 2022 was hosted by Qatar.
QUESTION 35 OF 200
The ICC Cricket World Cup, the premier one-day international tournament, is held every how many years?
Explanation: The ICC Cricket World Cup, the premier ODI tournament, is held every 4 years.
QUESTION 36 OF 200
India won its first Cricket World Cup in which year, under the captaincy of Kapil Dev?
Explanation: India won its first Cricket World Cup in 1983 under Kapil Dev's captaincy.
QUESTION 37 OF 200
India won its second Cricket World Cup in 2011 under the captaincy of:
Explanation: India won its second Cricket World Cup in 2011 under M.S. Dhoni's captaincy.
QUESTION 38 OF 200
The Cricket World Cup 2023 was hosted by which country, with India reaching the final?
Explanation: India hosted the Cricket World Cup 2023 and reached the final.
QUESTION 39 OF 200
The Indian Premier League (IPL), a major T20 cricket tournament, was founded in which year?
Explanation: The Indian Premier League (IPL), a major T20 tournament, was founded in 2008.
QUESTION 40 OF 200
The Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic first-class cricket tournament, is named after:
Explanation: The Ranji Trophy is named after the legendary cricketer Ranjitsinhji.
QUESTION 41 OF 200
Sachin Tendulkar, one of the greatest cricketers of all time, holds the record for the most runs in both Test and:
Explanation: Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most runs in both Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket.
QUESTION 42 OF 200
Sachin Tendulkar was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in which year?
Explanation: Sachin Tendulkar was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, in 2014.
QUESTION 43 OF 200
The Wimbledon Championships, one of tennis's Grand Slam tournaments, is held in which country?
Explanation: The Wimbledon Championships, a tennis Grand Slam, is held in the United Kingdom.
QUESTION 44 OF 200
The four Grand Slam tennis tournaments are the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and:
Explanation: The four Grand Slam tennis tournaments are the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
QUESTION 45 OF 200
Sania Mirza, a prominent Indian tennis player, achieved the World No. 1 ranking in which discipline?
Explanation: Sania Mirza achieved the World No. 1 ranking in tennis doubles.
QUESTION 46 OF 200
Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi, a celebrated Indian tennis doubles pair, won their first Grand Slam title at which tournament?
Explanation: Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi won their first Grand Slam doubles title at the French Open in 1999.
QUESTION 47 OF 200
Vishwanathan Anand, a five-time World Chess Champion, hails from which Indian city?
Explanation: Vishwanathan Anand, a five-time World Chess Champion, hails from Chennai.
QUESTION 48 OF 200
Viswanathan Anand became the first Indian to earn the Grandmaster title in chess in which year?
Explanation: Viswanathan Anand became India's first chess Grandmaster in 1988.
QUESTION 49 OF 200
Chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa gained fame for defeating world champion Magnus Carlsen at a young age; he hails from which state?
Explanation: Chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, known for defeating Magnus Carlsen young, hails from Tamil Nadu.
QUESTION 50 OF 200
P.V. Sindhu, a badminton star, won India's first Olympic silver medal in badminton at which Olympics?
Explanation: P.V. Sindhu won India's first Olympic silver medal in badminton at the Rio 2016 Olympics.
QUESTION 51 OF 200
Saina Nehwal became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in badminton at which Olympics?
Explanation: Saina Nehwal became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic badminton medal, at London 2012.
QUESTION 52 OF 200
The All England Open Badminton Championships is considered one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport, held annually in:
Explanation: The All England Open Badminton Championships, one of the sport's most prestigious events, is held annually in England.
QUESTION 53 OF 200
Prakash Padukone, a legendary Indian badminton player, won the All England Championship in which year?
Explanation: Prakash Padukone won the All England Badminton Championship in 1980.
QUESTION 54 OF 200
Pullela Gopichand, a former badminton champion turned coach, won the All England Championship in which year?
Explanation: Pullela Gopichand won the All England Badminton Championship in 2001.
QUESTION 55 OF 200
Mary Kom, a celebrated Indian boxer, has won world championship titles a record how many times?
Explanation: Mary Kom has won world boxing championship titles a record six times.
QUESTION 56 OF 200
Mary Kom won an Olympic bronze medal in boxing at which Olympics?
Explanation: Mary Kom won an Olympic bronze medal in boxing at the London 2012 Olympics.
QUESTION 57 OF 200
Milkha Singh, famously known as the "Flying Sikh," narrowly missed an Olympic medal in the 400m race at which Olympics?
Explanation: Milkha Singh narrowly missed an Olympic medal in the 400m at the Rome 1960 Olympics.
QUESTION 58 OF 200
P.T. Usha, a legendary Indian athlete, narrowly missed a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles at which Olympics?
Explanation: P.T. Usha narrowly missed a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles at the Los Angeles 1984 Olympics.
QUESTION 59 OF 200
Karnam Malleswari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal, in which sport, at the 2000 Sydney Olympics?
Explanation: Karnam Malleswari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal, in weightlifting at Sydney 2000.
QUESTION 60 OF 200
Sushil Kumar, a wrestler, became the first Indian to win two individual Olympic medals, at which two Olympics?
Explanation: Sushil Kumar became the first Indian to win two individual Olympic medals, at Beijing 2008 and London 2012.
QUESTION 61 OF 200
Yogeshwar Dutt, a wrestler, won an Olympic bronze medal at the London 2012 Olympics in which weight category?
Explanation: Yogeshwar Dutt won an Olympic bronze medal in the 60 kg freestyle wrestling category at London 2012.
QUESTION 62 OF 200
Bajrang Punia, a prominent Indian wrestler, won an Olympic bronze medal at which Olympics?
Explanation: Bajrang Punia won an Olympic bronze medal in wrestling at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
QUESTION 63 OF 200
Ravi Kumar Dahiya won an Olympic silver medal in wrestling at which Olympics?
Explanation: Ravi Kumar Dahiya won an Olympic silver medal in wrestling at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
QUESTION 64 OF 200
The Asian Games, a major multi-sport event, are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Asian Games, a major multi-sport event, are held every 4 years.
QUESTION 65 OF 200
The first Asian Games were held in 1951 in which city?
Explanation: The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1951.
QUESTION 66 OF 200
The Commonwealth Games, a multi-sport event among Commonwealth nations, are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Commonwealth Games, held among Commonwealth nations, take place every 4 years.
QUESTION 67 OF 200
India hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010 in which city?
Explanation: India hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi.
QUESTION 68 OF 200
The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, India's highest sporting honor, was renamed in 2021 to honor which hockey legend?
Explanation: The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award was renamed in 2021 to honor hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.
QUESTION 69 OF 200
The Arjuna Award, given for outstanding achievement in sports, was first instituted in which year?
Explanation: The Arjuna Award, for outstanding sporting achievement, was first instituted in 1961.
QUESTION 70 OF 200
The Dronacharya Award recognizes excellence in which sporting field?
Explanation: The Dronacharya Award recognizes excellence in sports coaching.
QUESTION 71 OF 200
Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in which specific shooting event?
Explanation: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold in the 10m Air Rifle shooting event.
QUESTION 72 OF 200
The FIH Hockey World Cup, the premier tournament for field hockey, is organized by which body?
Explanation: The FIH Hockey World Cup is organized by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
QUESTION 73 OF 200
The Davis Cup, a major international team tennis competition, is contested between:
Explanation: The Davis Cup, a major international tennis competition, is contested between national teams.
QUESTION 74 OF 200
The Ryder Cup, a biennial golf competition, is contested between teams representing:
Explanation: The Ryder Cup, a biennial golf event, is contested between teams representing Europe and the United States.
QUESTION 75 OF 200
Formula One, the premier motorsport racing championship, crowns champions in both Drivers' and:
Explanation: Formula One crowns champions in both the Drivers' and Constructors' championships.
QUESTION 76 OF 200
The Indian Grand Prix, a Formula One race hosted in India, was held at which circuit?
Explanation: The Indian Grand Prix in Formula One was held at the Buddh International Circuit.
QUESTION 77 OF 200
The Tour de France, a prestigious multi-stage cycling race, is held primarily in which country?
Explanation: The Tour de France, a prestigious cycling race, is held primarily in France.
QUESTION 78 OF 200
The America's Cup, a prestigious sailing competition, is one of the oldest trophies in international:
Explanation: The America's Cup is one of the oldest trophies in international sailing competition.
QUESTION 79 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in tennis refers to winning all four major championships in a single:
Explanation: Winning all four major tennis championships in a single calendar year is called a 'Grand Slam'.
QUESTION 80 OF 200
The Ballon d'Or, an award for the best football player of the year, is awarded by which publication?
Explanation: The Ballon d'Or, football's best-player award, is presented by France Football magazine.
QUESTION 81 OF 200
Lionel Messi, a legendary footballer, has won the Ballon d'Or award a record how many times?
Explanation: Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d'Or a record eight times.
QUESTION 82 OF 200
Cristiano Ronaldo, another legendary footballer, has won the Ballon d'Or award how many times?
Explanation: Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d'Or five times.
QUESTION 83 OF 200
The term "Hat-trick" in sports, particularly cricket and football, refers to a player scoring/achieving something:
Explanation: A 'hat-trick' generally refers to a player achieving something three times in a single match or in quick succession.
QUESTION 84 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in cricket refers to a team winning:
Explanation: In cricket, 'Grand Slam' loosely refers to a team winning all major ICC tournaments, though it's a less standardized term than in tennis.
QUESTION 85 OF 200
The term "Test cricket" refers to the longest format of the game, traditionally played over how many days?
Explanation: Test cricket, the longest format of the game, is traditionally played over five days.
QUESTION 86 OF 200
The first-ever Test cricket match was played between England and which country in 1877?
Explanation: The first-ever Test cricket match was played between England and Australia in 1877.
QUESTION 87 OF 200
The Ashes, a historic Test cricket rivalry, is contested between England and:
Explanation: The Ashes is a historic Test cricket rivalry contested between England and Australia.
QUESTION 88 OF 200
The Duleep Trophy, a domestic Indian cricket tournament, is named after:
Explanation: The Duleep Trophy, a domestic Indian cricket tournament, is named after K.S. Duleepsinhji.
QUESTION 89 OF 200
The Vijay Hazare Trophy is a domestic Indian limited-overs cricket tournament named after a legendary batsman known for:
Explanation: The Vijay Hazare Trophy is named after Vijay Hazare, one of India's earliest great batsmen and captains.
QUESTION 90 OF 200
The term "Duck" in cricket refers to a batsman being dismissed for a score of:
Explanation: A 'duck' in cricket refers to a batsman being dismissed for a score of zero.
QUESTION 91 OF 200
The term "Century" in cricket refers to a batsman scoring:
Explanation: A 'century' in cricket refers to a batsman scoring 100 or more runs in an innings.
QUESTION 92 OF 200
The term "Maiden Over" in cricket refers to an over in which:
Explanation: A 'maiden over' in cricket is one in which no runs are scored off the bat.
QUESTION 93 OF 200
The Cricket World Cup trophy has been won by which country the most number of times?
Explanation: Australia has won the Cricket World Cup a record five times.
QUESTION 94 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" event in golf includes the Masters, US Open, The Open Championship, and:
Explanation: Golf's Grand Slam events are the Masters, US Open, The Open Championship, and PGA Championship.
QUESTION 95 OF 200
The Masters Tournament, one of golf's major championships, is held annually at which course?
Explanation: The Masters Tournament, one of golf's majors, is held annually at Augusta National Golf Club.
QUESTION 96 OF 200
The term "LBW" in cricket stands for:
Explanation: LBW in cricket stands for Leg Before Wicket.
QUESTION 97 OF 200
In cricket, the fielding position directly behind the batsman, close to the stumps, is called:
Explanation: The fielding position directly behind the batsman, close to the stumps, is called the wicketkeeper.
QUESTION 98 OF 200
The term "Googly" in cricket refers to a type of delivery bowled by a:
Explanation: A 'googly' in cricket is a delivery bowled by a leg-spin bowler that turns unexpectedly.
QUESTION 99 OF 200
The term "Yorker" in cricket refers to a delivery that:
Explanation: A 'yorker' in cricket is a delivery that pitches at the batsman's feet or the base of the stumps.
QUESTION 100 OF 200
In football, the offside rule generally penalizes a player who is:
Explanation: Football's offside rule penalizes a player who is ahead of the ball and behind the last defender when the ball is played to them.
QUESTION 101 OF 200
In football, a match is typically divided into two halves of how many minutes each?
Explanation: A football match is typically divided into two halves of 45 minutes each.
QUESTION 102 OF 200
The term "Own Goal" in football refers to a goal scored:
Explanation: An 'own goal' in football is scored accidentally by a player into their own team's net.
QUESTION 103 OF 200
In badminton, a match is typically played as the best of how many games?
Explanation: A badminton match is typically played as the best of three games.
QUESTION 104 OF 200
In badminton, each game is typically played to how many points (with the win-by-two rule)?
Explanation: Each badminton game is typically played to 21 points, with a win-by-two rule.
QUESTION 105 OF 200
In tennis, a "Love" score refers to a score of:
Explanation: A 'love' score in tennis refers to a score of zero.
QUESTION 106 OF 200
In tennis, a "Deuce" occurs when the score reaches:
Explanation: A 'deuce' in tennis occurs when the score reaches 40-40, requiring a two-point lead to win.
QUESTION 107 OF 200
In tennis, winning a set typically requires winning at least how many games with a two-game lead?
Explanation: Winning a tennis set typically requires winning at least six games with a two-game lead.
QUESTION 108 OF 200
The term "Tie-break" in tennis is used to decide a set when the game score reaches:
Explanation: A tennis 'tie-break' decides a set when the game score reaches 6-6.
QUESTION 109 OF 200
In basketball, a standard game (NBA) consists of how many quarters?
Explanation: A standard NBA basketball game consists of four quarters.
QUESTION 110 OF 200
In basketball, a shot made from beyond the arc is worth how many points?
Explanation: A shot made from beyond the three-point arc in basketball is worth three points.
QUESTION 111 OF 200
The term "Slam Dunk" in basketball refers to a player:
Explanation: A 'slam dunk' in basketball involves forcefully scoring by putting the ball directly through the hoop from above.
QUESTION 112 OF 200
In volleyball, a team is typically allowed how many touches of the ball before it must cross the net?
Explanation: In volleyball, a team is typically allowed three touches of the ball before it must cross the net.
QUESTION 113 OF 200
In table tennis, a match is typically played as the best of how many games, with each game to 11 points?
Explanation: A table tennis match is typically played as the best of seven games, each to 11 points.
QUESTION 114 OF 200
In wrestling, the term "Pin" or "Fall" refers to:
Explanation: In wrestling, a 'pin' or 'fall' means holding an opponent's shoulders to the mat to win.
QUESTION 115 OF 200
In boxing, a professional bout typically consists of a maximum of how many rounds (for championship fights)?
Explanation: A professional championship boxing bout typically consists of a maximum of 12 rounds.
QUESTION 116 OF 200
In boxing, a "Technical Knockout" (TKO) occurs when:
Explanation: A 'Technical Knockout' (TKO) occurs when the referee stops the fight due to a boxer's inability to continue safely.
QUESTION 117 OF 200
In swimming, the four major strokes recognized in competition are freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and:
Explanation: Swimming's four major competitive strokes are freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
QUESTION 118 OF 200
The Individual Medley in swimming requires a swimmer to use all four strokes in a specific order, starting with:
Explanation: The Individual Medley in swimming requires all four strokes in order, starting with butterfly.
QUESTION 119 OF 200
In athletics, the term "Decathlon" refers to a combined event consisting of how many disciplines?
Explanation: A 'decathlon' in athletics is a combined event consisting of ten disciplines.
QUESTION 120 OF 200
The Heptathlon, a combined athletics event typically for women, consists of how many events?
Explanation: The heptathlon, a combined athletics event typically for women, consists of seven events.
QUESTION 121 OF 200
In athletics, the term "Relay Race" involves team members passing a:
Explanation: A relay race in athletics involves team members passing a baton.
QUESTION 122 OF 200
The 4x100m relay in athletics involves four runners each covering:
Explanation: The 4x100m relay involves four runners each covering 100 meters.
QUESTION 123 OF 200
The javelin, discus, shot put, and hammer throw are collectively known in athletics as:
Explanation: Javelin, discus, shot put, and hammer throw are collectively known as throwing events in athletics.
QUESTION 124 OF 200
The long jump, high jump, triple jump, and pole vault are collectively known in athletics as:
Explanation: Long jump, high jump, triple jump, and pole vault are collectively known as jumping/field events.
QUESTION 125 OF 200
The term "Marathon" in athletics refers to a long-distance race covering approximately:
Explanation: A marathon covers approximately 42.195 kilometers.
QUESTION 126 OF 200
The marathon race distance is traditionally linked to the legendary run from Marathon to which Greek city?
Explanation: The marathon distance is traditionally linked to the legendary run from Marathon to Athens.
QUESTION 127 OF 200
The term "Steeplechase" in athletics is a race that includes obstacles including hurdles and a:
Explanation: A 'steeplechase' in athletics includes obstacles such as hurdles and a water jump.
QUESTION 128 OF 200
The 3000m steeplechase is a standard distance featured in which major athletic competitions?
Explanation: The 3000m steeplechase is a standard event featured in the Olympics and World Championships.
QUESTION 129 OF 200
In golf, the term "Par" refers to:
Explanation: 'Par' in golf refers to the predetermined number of strokes a skilled golfer should require for a hole.
QUESTION 130 OF 200
In golf, a score of one stroke under par on a hole is called:
Explanation: A score of one stroke under par on a hole in golf is called a birdie.
QUESTION 131 OF 200
In golf, a score of two strokes under par on a hole is called:
Explanation: A score of two strokes under par on a hole in golf is called an eagle.
QUESTION 132 OF 200
In golf, a score of one stroke over par on a hole is called:
Explanation: A score of one stroke over par on a hole in golf is called a bogey.
QUESTION 133 OF 200
In archery, the central point of the target, worth the most points, is called the:
Explanation: In archery, the central point of the target worth the most points is called the bullseye/gold.
QUESTION 134 OF 200
In shooting sports, the term "Bullseye" similarly refers to:
Explanation: In shooting sports, the 'bullseye' similarly refers to the center target area scoring the highest points.
QUESTION 135 OF 200
The sport of Kabaddi, with strong roots in India, involves a "raider" attempting to touch opponents and return while:
Explanation: In Kabaddi, a 'raider' attempts to touch opponents and return while holding their breath and chanting 'kabaddi'.
QUESTION 136 OF 200
The Pro Kabaddi League, a professional Kabaddi tournament in India, was launched in which year?
Explanation: The Pro Kabaddi League, a professional Kabaddi tournament in India, was launched in 2014.
QUESTION 137 OF 200
Kho-Kho, a traditional Indian tag sport, is played on a rectangular field with players seated on:
Explanation: Kho-Kho is played on a rectangular field with players seated in a central lane, changing direction to catch runners.
QUESTION 138 OF 200
The Khelo India programme, a government initiative to promote sports at the grassroots level in India, was launched in which year?
Explanation: The Khelo India programme, promoting grassroots sports in India, was launched in 2018.
QUESTION 139 OF 200
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), a government initiative to support elite Indian athletes, was launched in which year?
Explanation: The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), supporting elite Indian athletes, was launched in 2014.
QUESTION 140 OF 200
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), responsible for promotion and development of sports, was established in which year?
Explanation: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was established in 1984.
QUESTION 141 OF 200
The National Institute of Sports, an important sports training institution in India, is located in which city?
Explanation: The National Institute of Sports, a key sports training institution in India, is located in Patiala.
QUESTION 142 OF 200
The Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, though not exclusively sports awards, have been conferred on many sportspersons; the highest of these three Padma awards is:
Explanation: Among the Padma awards, Padma Vibhushan is the highest, above Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
QUESTION 143 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in badminton is sometimes informally used for winning all major titles, but the sport's major individual events include the All England, World Championships, and:
Explanation: Badminton's major individual events include the All England, World Championships, Olympic Games, and BWF World Tour Finals.
QUESTION 144 OF 200
The Thomas Cup, a major international badminton competition, is contested between:
Explanation: The Thomas Cup, a major international badminton competition, is contested between men's national teams.
QUESTION 145 OF 200
The Uber Cup, a major international badminton competition parallel to the Thomas Cup, is contested between:
Explanation: The Uber Cup, parallel to the Thomas Cup, is contested between women's national teams.
QUESTION 146 OF 200
The term "Grand Prix" in motorsport typically refers to a single race within a larger championship such as:
Explanation: 'Grand Prix' in motorsport typically refers to a single race within the Formula One World Championship.
QUESTION 147 OF 200
Michael Schumacher, a legendary Formula One driver, won the World Drivers' Championship a record how many times (a record later tied)?
Explanation: Michael Schumacher won the Formula One World Drivers' Championship a record seven times (later tied).
QUESTION 148 OF 200
Lewis Hamilton, another legendary Formula One driver, has tied the record for World Championships at:
Explanation: Lewis Hamilton has tied the record for Formula One World Championships at seven titles.
QUESTION 149 OF 200
The term "Pole Position" in Formula One refers to:
Explanation: 'Pole Position' in Formula One means starting the race from the front of the grid due to the fastest qualifying time.
QUESTION 150 OF 200
The Le Mans 24 Hours, a famous endurance racing event, is held annually in which country?
Explanation: The Le Mans 24 Hours, a famous endurance race, is held annually in France.
QUESTION 151 OF 200
The Indianapolis 500, a prestigious motorsport race, is held annually in which US city?
Explanation: The Indianapolis 500, a prestigious motorsport race, is held annually in Indianapolis.
QUESTION 152 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" of surfing or other extreme sports refers informally to achievement across major:
Explanation: 'Grand Slam' in extreme sports informally refers to achievement across major world championship events in that discipline.
QUESTION 153 OF 200
The Rugby World Cup, the premier tournament in rugby union, is held every how many years?
Explanation: The Rugby World Cup, the premier tournament in rugby union, is held every 4 years.
QUESTION 154 OF 200
New Zealand's national rugby team, one of the most successful in the sport, is known as the:
Explanation: New Zealand's national rugby team is known as the All Blacks.
QUESTION 155 OF 200
South Africa's national rugby team is known as the:
Explanation: South Africa's national rugby team is known as the Springboks.
QUESTION 156 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in rugby (Six Nations Championship) refers to a team winning:
Explanation: A 'Grand Slam' in the Six Nations rugby championship means a team wins all of its matches that year.
QUESTION 157 OF 200
The Ice Hockey World Championship and Olympic tournaments are particularly dominated historically by countries including Canada, Russia, and:
Explanation: Ice hockey world tournaments are historically dominated by Canada, Russia, Sweden, and Finland, among other strong nations.
QUESTION 158 OF 200
The Stanley Cup, the championship trophy of the National Hockey League (NHL), is awarded in which country's primary league?
Explanation: The Stanley Cup, the NHL championship trophy, is awarded in North America's (US and Canada) primary ice hockey league.
QUESTION 159 OF 200
The sport of Sumo wrestling holds deep cultural significance in which country?
Explanation: Sumo wrestling holds deep cultural significance in Japan.
QUESTION 160 OF 200
The Iditarod, a famous long-distance sled dog race, is held annually in which US state?
Explanation: The Iditarod, a famous long-distance sled dog race, is held annually in Alaska.
QUESTION 161 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" of golf, distinguishing it from tennis, comprises which four championships collectively?
Explanation: Golf's Grand Slam comprises the Masters, US Open, The Open Championship, and PGA Championship.
QUESTION 162 OF 200
The term "Century Break" in the sport of snooker refers to a player scoring how many points in a single visit to the table?
Explanation: A 'century break' in snooker refers to a player scoring 100 or more points in a single visit to the table.
QUESTION 163 OF 200
A "Maximum Break" in snooker, the highest possible break in a standard frame, is worth how many points?
Explanation: A 'maximum break' in snooker, the highest possible in a standard frame, is worth 147 points.
QUESTION 164 OF 200
In darts, the maximum score achievable with three darts in a single turn is:
Explanation: In darts, the maximum score achievable with three darts in a single turn is 180 points.
QUESTION 165 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in the sport of curling is informally associated with winning major events on which international tour?
Explanation: 'Grand Slam' in curling is informally associated with winning major events on the Grand Slam of Curling tour, based in Canada.
QUESTION 166 OF 200
The Asian Kabaddi Championship and other international Kabaddi competitions have historically been dominated by which country?
Explanation: Asian Kabaddi Championships and international competitions have historically been dominated by India.
QUESTION 167 OF 200
The Kho-Kho World Cup, an international tournament for the traditional Indian sport, was first held in which year?
Explanation: The Kho-Kho World Cup, an international tournament for the traditional Indian sport, first held its inaugural edition in 2025.
QUESTION 168 OF 200
The National Games of India, a multi-sport event held domestically, is organized under the aegis of which body?
Explanation: The National Games of India, a domestic multi-sport event, is organized under the Indian Olympic Association.
QUESTION 169 OF 200
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) serves as India's National Olympic Committee, responsible for:
Explanation: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), India's National Olympic Committee, is responsible for selecting and sending India's Olympic contingent.
QUESTION 170 OF 200
The Khelo India Youth Games, a national multi-sport event for young athletes in India, was first held in which year?
Explanation: The Khelo India Youth Games, a national multi-sport event for young athletes, was first held in 2018.
QUESTION 171 OF 200
The Beighton Cup, one of the oldest hockey tournaments in the world, is held in which Indian city?
Explanation: The Beighton Cup, one of the oldest hockey tournaments in the world, is held in Kolkata.
QUESTION 172 OF 200
The Santosh Trophy, India's premier domestic football tournament for states, is named after:
Explanation: The Santosh Trophy, India's premier domestic football tournament, is named after Maharaja Sir Manmatha Nath Roy Chowdhury of Santosh.
QUESTION 173 OF 200
The Durand Cup, one of the oldest football tournaments in Asia, is held annually in which country?
Explanation: The Durand Cup, one of the oldest football tournaments in Asia, is held annually in India.
QUESTION 174 OF 200
The Indian Super League (ISL), a major professional football league in India, was launched in which year?
Explanation: The Indian Super League (ISL), a major professional football league in India, was launched in 2014.
QUESTION 175 OF 200
The Federation Cup, an important domestic football tournament in India, was organized by the:
Explanation: The Federation Cup, an important domestic football tournament, was organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
QUESTION 176 OF 200
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) and school-level competitions in India often feed into broader talent identification for the:
Explanation: School and NCC-level competitions in India often feed into broader talent identification for Sports Authority of India programs.
QUESTION 177 OF 200
The Asian Athletics Championships have seen strong Indian performances particularly in which field event category historically?
Explanation: Indian athletes have historically performed strongly in long jump, javelin, and middle-distance running at Asian Championships.
QUESTION 178 OF 200
Anju Bobby George, a prominent Indian athlete, won a World Championship bronze medal in which event?
Explanation: Anju Bobby George won a World Championship bronze medal in long jump.
QUESTION 179 OF 200
Hima Das, a prominent Indian sprinter, gained fame as the first Indian woman to win gold at the World U20 Athletics Championships in which event?
Explanation: Hima Das became the first Indian woman to win gold at the World U20 Athletics Championships in the 400m race.
QUESTION 180 OF 200
Dutee Chand, a prominent Indian sprinter, specializes primarily in which track event?
Explanation: Dutee Chand, a prominent Indian sprinter, specializes primarily in the 100m sprint.
QUESTION 181 OF 200
The term "Personal Best" (PB) in athletics refers to:
Explanation: A 'Personal Best' (PB) in athletics is an athlete's best-ever recorded performance in an event.
QUESTION 182 OF 200
The Boston Marathon, one of the oldest annual marathons in the world, is held in which US city?
Explanation: The Boston Marathon, one of the oldest annual marathons in the world, is held in Boston.
QUESTION 183 OF 200
The World Athletics Championships, a major track and field event, are held every how many years?
Explanation: The World Athletics Championships, a major track and field event, are held every 2 years.
QUESTION 184 OF 200
The term "False Start" in athletics sprinting refers to a runner:
Explanation: A 'false start' in sprinting occurs when a runner leaves the blocks before the starting gun or signal.
QUESTION 185 OF 200
The Diamond League, a series of elite one-day track and field meetings, awards points leading to a final:
Explanation: The Diamond League, a series of elite one-day track meetings, awards points leading to a final Diamond Trophy and prize money.
QUESTION 186 OF 200
The term "PB" and "SB" in athletics respectively stand for Personal Best and:
Explanation: 'PB' and 'SB' in athletics stand for Personal Best and Season's Best respectively.
QUESTION 187 OF 200
The World Para Athletics Championships cater to athletes with:
Explanation: The World Para Athletics Championships cater to athletes with physical, visual, or intellectual impairments.
QUESTION 188 OF 200
The Paralympic Games, a major multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities, are held in the same year and often the same host city as the:
Explanation: The Paralympic Games are held in the same year and often the same host city as the Olympic Games.
QUESTION 189 OF 200
Devendra Jhajharia, a prominent Indian Paralympic athlete, has won gold medals in which throwing event?
Explanation: Devendra Jhajharia has won Paralympic gold medals in the javelin throw (F46 category).
QUESTION 190 OF 200
Avani Lekhara, a prominent Indian Paralympic shooter, won gold medals at which Paralympics?
Explanation: Avani Lekhara, a prominent Indian Paralympic shooter, won gold medals at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024.
QUESTION 191 OF 200
The term "Grand Slam" in the context of Indian wrestling achievements is sometimes loosely used, but the sport's premier world event is the:
Explanation: Wrestling's premier world event is the World Wrestling Championships.
QUESTION 192 OF 200
The term "Grandmaster" in chess is awarded by which international governing body?
Explanation: The 'Grandmaster' title in chess is awarded by FIDE, the World Chess Federation.
QUESTION 193 OF 200
The Chess World Cup, a major FIDE tournament distinct from the World Championship match, uses which format?
Explanation: The Chess World Cup, a major FIDE event distinct from the World Championship match, uses a knockout format.
QUESTION 194 OF 200
The term "Zugzwang" in chess refers to a situation where a player:
Explanation: 'Zugzwang' in chess refers to a situation where a player is forced to make a move that worsens their position.
QUESTION 195 OF 200
The Candidates Tournament in chess determines the challenger for the:
Explanation: The Candidates Tournament in chess determines the challenger for the World Chess Championship match.
QUESTION 196 OF 200
The Chess Olympiad, a biennial team chess competition, is organized by:
Explanation: The Chess Olympiad, a biennial team chess competition, is organized by FIDE.
QUESTION 197 OF 200
The term "Blitz Chess" refers to a fast format of chess where each player typically has a total time limit of:
Explanation: 'Blitz Chess' is a fast format where each player typically has a total time limit of a few minutes, commonly 3-5 minutes.
QUESTION 198 OF 200
The World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships are organized separately from the:
Explanation: The World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships are organized separately from the Classical World Chess Championship.
QUESTION 199 OF 200
Magnus Carlsen, widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players in history, hails from which country?
Explanation: Magnus Carlsen, widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players in history, hails from Norway.
QUESTION 200 OF 200
Garry Kasparov, a legendary former World Chess Champion, hails from which country/region?
Explanation: Garry Kasparov, a legendary former World Chess Champion, hails from Russia (with Soviet Union/Azerbaijan background).
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