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 2 OF 200
The Dronacharya Award recognizes excellence in which sporting field?
Explanation: The Dronacharya Award recognizes excellence in sports coaching.
QUESTION 3 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 4 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 5 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 6 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 7 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 8 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 9 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 10 OF 200
In basketball, a standard game (NBA) consists of how many quarters?
Explanation: A standard NBA basketball game consists of four quarters.
QUESTION 11 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 12 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 13 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 14 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 15 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 16 OF 200
The term "Marathon" in athletics refers to a long-distance race covering approximately:
Explanation: A marathon covers approximately 42.195 kilometers.
QUESTION 17 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 18 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 19 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 20 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 21 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 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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 29 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 30 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 31 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 32 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 33 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 34 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 35 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 36 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 37 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 38 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 39 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 40 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 41 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 42 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 43 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 44 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 45 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 46 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 47 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 48 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 49 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 50 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 51 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.
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 87 OF 200
The Olympic Games are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Olympic Games are held every 4 years.
QUESTION 88 OF 200
Which Indian city hosted the first Asian Games in 1951?
Explanation: New Delhi hosted the first Asian Games in 1951.
QUESTION 89 OF 200
Which Indian city hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games?
Explanation: New Delhi hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
QUESTION 90 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 91 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 92 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 93 OF 200
The Olympic Games are held every how many years?
Explanation: The Olympic Games are held every 4 years.
QUESTION 94 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 95 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99 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 100 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 101 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 102 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 103 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 104 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 105 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 106 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 107 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 108 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 109 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 110 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 111 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 112 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 113 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 114 OF 200
India hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010 in which city?
Explanation: India hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi.
QUESTION 115 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 116 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 117 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 118 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.
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 135 OF 200
The term "love" in tennis scoring refers to:
Explanation: In tennis scoring, 'love' refers to a score of zero.
QUESTION 136 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 137 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 138 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 139 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 140 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 141 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 142 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 143 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 144 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 145 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 146 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 147 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 148 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 149 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 150 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 151 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 152 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 153 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 154 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 155 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 156 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 157 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 158 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.