21. Manika Batra, recently seen in the news, is associated with which sports?
[A] Table Tennis
[B] Badminton
[C] Football
[D] Chess
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Correct Answer: A [Table Tennis]
Notes:
Manika Batra, India’s top women’s table tennis player, achieved a historic milestone by entering the world’s top 25 in Women’s singles rankings, reaching a career-high of 24. She matched G. Sathyan’s record for the highest rank achieved by an Indian in singles table tennis. Following her performance in the Saudi Smash tournament, she climbed 15 spots, reaching the quarterfinals. Batra, a gold medallist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, continues to shine on the global stage.
22. Sunil Chhetri, who recently announced his retirement, belongs to which sports?
[A] Basketball
[B] Football
[C] Baseball
[D] Hockey
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Correct Answer: B [Football]
Notes:
Sunil Chhetri, India’s revered football star, will retire from international football after India’s match against Kuwait on June 6, 2024, concluding his illustrious career. As the captain of the Blue Tigers, he’s been a pivotal figure, known for wearing Jersey No. 9. Chhetri, hailing from Secunderabad, debuted professionally with Mohun Bagan in 2002 and played internationally since 2005. His career included stints in the MLS and Portuguese league, marking a remarkable journey in Indian football history.
23. Which country will host men’s Junior Hockey World Cup in 2025?
[A] Germany
[B] France
[C] India
[D] Malaysia
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Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has chosen India to host the inaugural FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup, featuring 24 teams, in December 2025. This decision aligns with FIH’s strategy to expand opportunities and promote diversity in hockey. FIH President Tayyab Ikram and Hockey India’s President Dr. Dilip Tirkey emphasized the event’s significance and India’s commitment to fostering global hockey talent. India has previously hosted the tournament thrice, winning twice.
24. Recently, who became the first Indian to win a three star Grand Prix event in equestrian?
[A] Roshni Sharma
[B] Shruti Vora
[C] Alisha Abdullah
[D] Kalyani Potekar
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Correct Answer: B [Shruti Vora]
Notes:
Shruti Vora, a 53-year-old from Kolkata, became the first Indian to win a three-star Grand Prix event in equestrian. She triumphed in the CDI-3 event at the FEI Dressage World Cup in Lipica, Slovenia, on June 7, 2024, scoring 67.761 points on her horse Magnanimous. Vora has previously represented India in the 2022 Dressage World Championships and the 2010 and 2014 Asian Games.
25. Recently, who became the first Indian table tennis player to win a WTT (World Table Tennis) Contender single title?
[A] Mamta Mehta
[B] Sreeja Akula
[C] Neha Aggarwal
[D] Manika Batra
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Sreeja Akula]
Notes:
Sreeja Akula of Hyderabad made history as the first Indian table tennis player to clinch a WTT Contender singles title and also secured the doubles title at WTT Contender Lagos 2024. The event, held in Lagos, Nigeria, from June 19 to 23, offered a prize of USD 80,000. Sreeja defeated China’s Yijie Ding 4-1 in the singles final, showcasing her prowess ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics where she has already qualified.
26. Durand Cup, recently seen in news, is associated with which sports?
[A] Basketball
[B] Hockey
[C] Cricket
[D] Football
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Correct Answer: D [Football]
Notes:
The 133rd Durand Cup, Asia’s oldest club-based football tournament, starts on 27 July 2024 and ends on 31 August 2024. Matches will be held in Kolkata, Kokrajhar, Jamshedpur, and Shillong, with Jamshedpur hosting for the first time. The tournament features 24 teams from the Indian Super League, I-League, and Armed Forces. The opening match, semi-finals, and final will be in Kolkata. Mohun Bagan Super Giant is the reigning champion.
27. What is the primary aim of ‘Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) program’, recently seen in news?
[A] Hunt talent and use sports as a tool to curb addiction towards drugs
[B] Provide scholarships and build sports facilities
[C] Promote fitness and organize sports events
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: A [Hunt talent and use sports as a tool to curb addiction towards drugs]
Notes:
The Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) program targets school children aged 9-18, aiming to hunt talent nationwide and curb addiction through sports. Launched in 50 centers, it assesses 50,000 applicants across 10 sports. In FY 2024-25, it aims for 20 lakh assessments via Talent Assessment Centres. Using AI and IT for transparent selection, KIRTI promotes sports excellence and mass participation, supporting Khelo India’s twin objectives.
28. Manolo Marquez, who has been appointed as head coach of the Indian men’s football team, belongs to which country?
[A] Australia
[B] Spain
[C] France
[D] Romania
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Spain]
Notes:
Spaniard Manolo Marquez has been appointed head coach of the Indian men’s football team, while also continuing his role with FC Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. Marquez will assume the national team head coach role full-time after the ISL season. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey announced the appointment.
29. Swapnil Kusale recently won a bronze medal in which sports event at Paris Olympics 2024?
[A] Shooting
[B] Boxing
[C] Wrestling
[D] Badminton
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Shooting]
Notes:
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Swapnil Kusale won a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 Positions event. This is India’s third Olympic medal in rifle shooting, following Abhinav Bindra’s gold in 2008 and Gagan Narang’s bronze in 2012. Liu Yukun of China won gold, and Ukraine’s Serhiy Kulish took silver. The competition was held at the National Shooting Center in Châteauroux, Paris.
30. Recently, Neeraj Chopra won which medal in the men’s javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics 2024?
[A] Gold
[B] Silver
[C] Bronze
[D] None of the Above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Silver]
Notes:
Neeraj Chopra won a silver medal in men’s javelin throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a throw of 89.45 meters, his best of the season. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem won gold with a record-breaking throw of 92.97 meters, marking Pakistan’s first gold in javelin throw. Grenada’s Anderson Peters secured the bronze with a throw of 88.54 meters. The podium highlighted the fierce competition and diversity of the Games.
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