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
41. What is Vijender Singh famous for?
[A] As an Indian boxer
[B] As an Indian wrestler
[C] As an Indian cricketer
[D] As an Indian footballer
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Correct Answer: A [As an Indian boxer]
Notes:
Vijender Singh is an Indian professional boxer. As an amateur, he won bronze medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, 2009 World Championships and the 2010 Commonwealth Games, as well as silver medals at the 2006 and 2014 Commonwealth Games, all in the middleweight division.
42. Which is the country of origin of the “Collar-and-elbow Wrestling”?
[A] Sweden
[B] Denmark
[C] Ireland
[D] Belgium
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Correct Answer: C [Ireland]
Notes:
Collar-and-elbow wrestling is a style of jacket wrestling native to Ireland. Historically it has also been practised in regions of the world with large Irish diaspora populations, such as the United States and Australia.
43. Which sport’s competition methodology is “Sinclair Coefficients”?
[A] Boxing
[B] Archery
[C] Hockey
[D] Weightlifting
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Correct Answer: D [Weightlifting]
Notes:
The Sinclair Coefficients are a method to compare different weight classes in Olympic weightlifting. It replaced Hoffman’s formula, which was the first statistical analysis of this type.
44. Which sport’s regional form is “Kyudo”?
[A] Polo
[B] Archery
[C] Table Tennis
[D] Golf
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Correct Answer: B [Archery]
Notes:
Kyudo is the traditional Japanese form of archery, emphasizing precision, technique, and spiritual development. Originating from samurai practices, it has evolved into a modern sport while retaining its cultural significance. Unlike Western archery, Kyudo focuses on the mental state and the process of shooting rather than just hitting the target.
45. Which country won the most number of medals in archery at the Summer Olympics?
[A] United States of America
[B] Belgium
[C] South Korea
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [South Korea]
Notes:
South Korea has won the most medals in archery at the Summer Olympics, with a total of 132 medals as of 2021. The country has dominated the sport since its reintroduction in 1972, showcasing exceptional talent and training programs. South Korean archers have consistently excelled, winning numerous gold medals and setting world records.
46. Which country won the gold medal in men’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics?
[A] Australia
[B] United States of America
[C] Italy
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: D [South Korea]
Notes:
South Korea won the gold medal in men’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics, continuing its dominance in the sport. South Korea has historically excelled in archery, winning numerous Olympic medals since the sport was introduced in 1900. The country has a strong archery program and has produced many world-class archers, contributing to its reputation as a powerhouse in the discipline.
47. Identify the Volleyball player’s strategy. “They are defensive players who are responsible for receiving the attack or serve. They are usually the players on the court with the quickest reaction time and best passing skills.”?
[A] Setters
[B] Liberos
[C] Middle blockers
[D] Outside hitters
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Correct Answer: B [Liberos]
Notes:
Liberos are defensive players who are responsible for receiving the attack or serve. They are usually the players on the court with the quickest reaction time and best passing skills.
48. The first official handball match was played in which country?
[A] Switzerland
[B] Germany
[C] Canada
[D] England
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Correct Answer: B [Germany]
Notes:
The first official handball match was played on 2 December 1917 in Berlin, Germany.
49. The “Handbollsligan” is the highest handball league of which country?
[A] Norway
[B] Denmark
[C] Sweden
[D] Finland
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Correct Answer: C [Sweden]
Notes:
Handbollsligan is the highest league in the league system of Swedish handball and comprises the top 14 Swedish handball teams.
50. Which country holds the record of most numbers of gold medals won in women’s handball at the Summer Olympics?
[A] Russia
[B] Norway
[C] South Korea
[D] Denmark
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Correct Answer: D [Denmark]
Notes:
Denmark holds the record of most numbers of gold medals won in women’s handball at the Summer Olympics with a record of 3 gold medals.
