1. Recently, where was the India’s first indoor athletics and aquatic centre inaugurated?
[A] Bhubaneswar
[B] Chennai
[C] New Delhi
[D] Jaipur
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Correct Answer: A [Bhubaneswar]
Notes:
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik inaugurated India’s first indoor athletics and aquatic centres at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneshwar, and laid the foundation stone for an indoor diving center. Costing Rs 120 crore, the stadium accommodates 120 athletes with coaching facilities, medical care, and a pantry. It features a 10,000 sq. meter track by Mondo SpA and hosts national and international events. It’s a training hub for the Odisha Reliance Foundation Athletics High-Performance Centre, aimed at developing athletics nationwide.
2. Naheed Divecha, who recently won two gold medals in the Indian Masters National Badminton Championship, belongs to which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Karnataka
[C] Gujarat
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Maharashtra]
Notes:
Naheed Divecha from Maharashtra triumphed with two golds at the 2024 Indian Masters National Badminton Championship in Panchkula. Representing Bombay Gymkhana and Shuttle Craze Academy, she secured the Women’s 50 singles title by defeating Haryana’s Sunita Singh Panwar. Additionally, Divecha partnered with Kiran Mokade to claim the Mixed Doubles 50 title, beating top-seeded Karnataka pair Prabagaran Subbaiyan and Jayashree Raghu.
3. Recently, who clinched the 2024 Miami Open men’s doubles title at the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida, USA?
[A] Carlos Alcaraz and Sinner Jannik
[B] Daniil Medvedev and C. Norrie
[C] Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek
[D] Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden
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Correct Answer: D [Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden]
Notes:
Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna, with Australian partner Matthew Ebden, secured the 2024 Miami Open men’s doubles title on March 31, 2024, at the Hard Rock Stadium, Florida. They overcame Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek, reclaiming their ATP World No.1 rank. Bopanna, breaking his own record, became the oldest player to win an ATP 1000 Masters Championship. He joins elite Indian players who have won the Miami Open.
4. Recently, who became the first Indian to win a match in a Masters 1000 tournament on clay courts?
[A] Sagar Kashyap
[B] Sumit Nagal
[C] Nitin Kirtane
[D] Ramesh Krishnan
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Correct Answer: B [Sumit Nagal ]
Notes:
India’s top tennis player, Sumit Nagal, advances to the second round of the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters, becoming the third Indian to reach the main draw. Nagal made history as the first Indian to play an ATP Masters 1000 match on clay since 1990. He defeated Italy’s Matteo Arnaldi in a stunning comeback, marking his third win against a top-50 player. Nagal faces Denmark’s Holger Rune next, aiming for further success.
5. Recently, which Indian stadium becomes the first BCCI-accredited venue with a new ‘hybrid pitch’?
[A] Wankhede stadium, Maharashtra
[B] Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium
[C] Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
[D] Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
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Correct Answer: B [Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium]
Notes:
The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium, Himachal Pradesh becomes the first BCCI-accredited venue with a groundbreaking ‘hybrid pitch’ by Netherlands-based SISGrass. This innovation combines natural turf with 5% polymer fiber, endorsed by the ICC for T20 and 50-over matches. The pitch promises resilience, durability, and consistent bounce, easing maintenance burdens. The Universal machine, employed in Dharamshala, will replicate this technology in Ahmedabad and Mumbai, following successful installations at iconic English grounds like Lord’s and The Oval.
6. Mykolas Alekna, who recently broke the longest-standing men’s world record in the discus throw, belongs to which country?
[A] Poland
[B] Hungary
[C] Lithuania
[D] Greece
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Correct Answer: C [Lithuania ]
Notes:
Mykolas Alekna of Lithuania recently broke the men’s discus throw world record at the Oklahoma Throws Series in Ramona, USA, on April 14, 2024, with a throw of 74.35 meters. He surpassed Jurgen Schult’s 38-year-old record of 74.08 meters. Cuban Yaime Perez also impressed with a 73.09-meter throw, maintaining the women’s record since 1989. Alekna’s record-breaking throw came on his fifth attempt, securing his place in athletics history.
7. Saurav Ghosal, who recently announced his retirement, is associated with which sports?
[A] Squash
[B] Table Tennis
[C] Chess
[D] Badminton
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Correct Answer: A [Squash]
Notes:
India’s top male squash player, Saurav Ghosal, retired from professional squash after a 21-year career. Ghosal, who began in 2003, claimed 10 PSA titles and reached 18 finals. His last victory was in 2021 at the Malaysian Open. Ghosal, ranked world No. 10 in 2019, held the highest Indian ranking. He was the first Indian to attain junior World No. 1 in 2004 and the only to reach the top 10 in men’s singles.
8. Prachi Yadav, who recently won two gold medals in the ACC Paracanoe Asian Championship 2024, belongs to which state?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Haryana
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Prachi Yadav, Madhya Pradesh’s leading para canoer from Gwalior, secured two gold medals at the ACC Paracanoe Asian Championship 2024 in Tokyo, Japan. She triumphed in the Women’s KL2 and Women’s VL2 categories. Notably, Prachi was honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2023 for her outstanding achievements in the sport.
9. Which organization of India recently organized #PlayTrue Campaign to create awareness about clean sports?
[A] National Anti-Doping Agency
[B] National Sports Federation
[C] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
[D] National Sports Organisation
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Correct Answer: A [National Anti-Doping Agency]
Notes:
National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India recently concluded up its #PlayTrue Campaign, drawing over 12,133 participants nationwide. Held from April 15th to 30th, 2024, the campaign aimed to raise awareness about clean sports and anti-doping practices. It showcased NADA’s dedication to educating athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts on anti-doping regulations. Through various activities like quizzes and awareness sessions, NADA encouraged fair play and integrity in sports, aligning with World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA’s) vision.
10. Recently, which country clinched Men’s AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2024 by defeating Uzbekistan?
[A] China
[B] Indonesia
[C] Japan
[D] Kazakhstan
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Correct Answer: C [Japan]
Notes:
Japan secured their second Men’s AFC U-23 Asian Cup title by defeating Uzbekistan in the final match held in Doha, Qatar. The solitary goal scored by substitute Yamada, secured Japan’s victory and a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Japanese goalkeeper’s crucial penalty saves ensured their win. Iraq claimed the bronze medal after defeating Indonesia in the semifinals.
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