11. Maximum how many overs can a bowler bowl in ODI cricket matches?
A. 11
B. 9
C. 10
D. 8
ANSWER: C.10
SOLUTION :
In a One Day International (ODI) cricket match, a bowler can bowl a maximum of 10 overs in a single innings. This is because the general rule in limited overs cricket is that no bowler can bowl more than 20% of the total overs per innings. In a 50-over match, this means each bowler can bowl a maximum of 10 overs.
12. Sports Authority of India , the apex body for sports promotion, was set up in the year ________.
A. 1990
B. 1961
C. 1984
D. 1982
ANSWER: C.1984
SOLUTION:
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was established on January 25, 1984, as a registered society under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The organization was set up to continue the legacy of the 1982 IXth Asian Games held in New Delhi.
13. ‘Wings’ is associated with which of the following sports events?
A. Paralympic 2020
B. Olympic 2016
C. Olympic 2020
D. Winter Olympic 2020
ANSWER :A.Paralympic 2020
SOLUTION:
They are now officially known as the “Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games,” even though they were held in 2021. The event took place from August 24 to September 5, 2021. ‘We have wings’ is associated with this.
14. Which of the following states recognise the Dahi Handi as a sports event?
A. Maharashtra
B. Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Uttar Pradesh
ANSWER: A.Maharashtra
SOLUTION:
Dahi Handi is recognised as an adventure sport in the state of Maharashtra, India. This decision was taken by the Maharashtra government to ensure the safety regulations are adhered to during the event, as it involves forming a human pyramid which often leads to the possibility of injuries.
15. Singhraj Adhana is associated with which of the following sports events?
A. Badminton
B. High Jump
C. Shooting
D. Discus throw
ANSWER:C.Shooting
SOLUTION:
The correct answer is shooting.
16. In which of the following states is the National Sports University located?
A. Manipur
B. Punjab
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Assam
ANSWER: A.Manipur
SOLUTION:
It is India’s first institute dedicated to the study of sports science, sports management, sports coaching, and other related fields. The university is located in Manipur, a northeastern state of India.
17. The olympic games are held every___________.
A. Fifth year
B. Third year
C. Fourth year
D. Second year
ANSWER: C.Fourth year
SOLUTION :
The Olympic games took place every four years, from 776 BCE to at least 393 CE. All free Greek males were allowed to take part in these games.
18. In which year was the 1st winter edition of the Olympic Games organized?
A. 1926
B. 1920
C. 1922
D. 1924
ANSWER: D.1924
SOLUTION:
The 1924 Winter Olympics, officially known as the I Olympic Winter Games and commonly known as Chamonix 1924 (Arpitan: Chamôni 1924).
19. The maximum distance covered in a marathon is _________.
A. 40 KM
B. 42.5 KM
C. 42.195 KM
D. 41.5 KM
ANSWER: C.42.195 KM
SOLUTION:
The maximum distance covered in a marathon is 42.195 kilometers, or 26.2 miles. This distance was standardized in 1921 for the London Olympic Games and is now the standard for marathons worldwide.
20. Khelo India Winter Games started in which year?
A. 2022
B. 2020
C. 2019
D. 2018
ANSWER: B.2020
SOLUTION:
Started in 2020, KIWG seeks to promote winter sports in the country and has been met with widespread enthusiasm over the years. All three previous editions, in 2020, 2021 and 2023, were hosted and won by Jammu and Kashmir. The Union Territory of Ladakh made its debut as a host this year.