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
1. What does the Olympic Flame symbolize?
[A] zeal to play sports
[B] Challenge
[C] Continuity
[D] Integrity
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Correct Answer: C [Continuity]
Notes:
The Olympic Flame is a symbol of continuity because it is lit at the site of the ancient Olympic Games in Olympia, Greece and then carried to the site of the modern Olympic Games. The lighting and carrying of the flame is a symbolic representation of the connection between the ancient and modern games and the ideals of sportsmanship and peace that they embody. The Olympic Flame is also a symbol of the continuity of the Olympic movement, which has been held every four years since its modern revival in 1896. The flame is traditionally kept burning throughout the duration of the games as a symbol of this continuity.
2. In which among the following years, the Modern Olympic games were held for the first time?
[A] 1889
[B] 1896
[C] 1876
[D] 1898
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Correct Answer: B [1896]
Notes:
Modern Olympic games were held for the first time in 1896 in Athens, Greece, from 6 to 15 April 1896.
3. Who among the following is first Indian to win an individual gold medal at any Olympic Games?
[A] Abhinav Bindra
[B] Muhammad Aslam
[C] Rajyavardhan Singh Rathode
[D] Neeraj Chopra
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Correct Answer: A [Abhinav Bindra]
Notes:
Abhinav Bindra is the first and one of only 2 Indians to win an Individual Olympic Gold Medal (2008 Beijing, 10 m air rifle). Second is Neeraj Chopra, who won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, 2020 in the men’s Javelin throw category.
4. Which brand did Sachin Tendulkar first endorse at the beginning of his career?
[A] Boost
[B] Pepsi
[C] Nike
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Boost]
Notes:
Beginning his career, Sachin Tendulkar first endorsed Boost, a popular health drink brand in India. Back then, the endorsement played a significant role in cementing Boost’s popularity among aspiring cricketers and fans. The brand advertisement’s tagline “Boost is the secret of my energy” became synonymous with Sachin Tendulkar, reflecting his energy and excellence on the cricket field.
5. How many chapters are there in the Olympic Charter?
[A] 5
[B] 6
[C] 7
[D] 8
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Correct Answer: A [5]
Notes:
There Olympic Charter serves as the Olympic Law. It defines the principles and values of Olympism. It has 5 chapters and 61 articles.
6. How far is the service line from the net in tennis?
[A] 25 feet
[B] 21 feet
[C] 20 feet
[D] 19 feet
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Correct Answer: B [21 feet ]
Notes:
A Tennis court is a firm rectangular surface with a low net stretched across the center. The court is 78 feet and the service line is 21 feet from the net which sits in the centre. What is the height of the tennis net in professional tennis?
7. Where are the headquarters of International Gymnastics Federation?
[A] England
[B] Germany
[C] Switzerland
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [Switzerland ]
Notes:
International Gymnastics Federation is the governing body of competitive gymnastics. It was founded in 1881 and its headquarters are at Lausanne, Switzerlan
8. Who was the first individual world championship medal winner from Independent India in wrestling?
[A] Dara Singh
[B] Gulam Mohammad
[C] Udey Chand
[D] Jatindra Charan Goho
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Correct Answer: C [Udey Chand ]
Notes:
Udey Chand was born in Hisar, Haryana and was the first individual world championship medal winner from independent Indi
9. Which cricketer has the record of highest individual score in ODIs?
[A] Rohit Sharma
[B] Martin Guptill
[C] Chris Gayle
[D] Virender Sehwag
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Correct Answer: A [Rohit Sharma ]
Notes:
Indian batsman Rohit Sharma has the record of highest individual score in One Day Internationals with a total of 264 scores in Sri Lanka vs India at Kolkata in 2014. He is followed by Martin Guptill with a total of 237.
10. Which team had won the First Hockey World Cup held in 1971?
[A] Spain
[B] India
[C] Kenya
[D] Pakistan
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Correct Answer: D [Pakistan ]
Notes:
Pakistan had won the first Hockey World Cup 1971 which was held in Barcelona, Spain in its match against Spain. The scores were 1-0. India finished in third place while Kenya was fourth.
