Asian & CW Games — Set 2
Sports · एशियाई और CW खेल · Questions 11–20 of 70
Which sport was included in the Commonwealth Games for the first time in 1998 and then returned in 2022?
Correct Answer: D. Cricket
• **Cricket** = Cricket made its debut in 1998 in a 50-over format and returned in 2022 as a T20 tournament for women.. • **Both editions highlighted the ** — Both editions highlighted the immense popularity of the sport within Commonwealth nations.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Judo: Australia won the gold medal in the 2022 women's event.; Wrestling: Not the correct answer; Archery: Not the correct answer.
Which governing body is responsible for the management of the Asian Games?
Correct Answer: B. Olympic Council of Asia
• **Olympic Council of Asia** = The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) oversees the organization and site selection for the Asian Games.. • **It was formed in 1982 to repla** — It was formed in 1982 to replace the older Asian Games Federation.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Asian Games Council: The headquarters of the OCA is located in Kuwait City.; Asian Sports Federation: Not the correct answer; International Olympic Committee: Not the correct answer.
In which city were the 2022 Commonwealth Games held?
Correct Answer: B. Birmingham
• **Birmingham** = Birmingham, England, hosted the 22nd edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2022.. • **It was the third time England ** — It was the third time England had hosted the event since its inception.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Melbourne: The games featured a significant emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity.; Glasgow: Not the correct answer; Gold Coast: Not the correct answer.
Which country has won the maximum number of medals in the history of the Commonwealth Games?
Correct Answer: C. Australia
• **Australia** = Australia consistently tops the medal table and holds the record for the highest cumulative medals.. • **They have finished as the lead** — They have finished as the leading nation in the majority of the editions held since 1930.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: England: England and Canada usually follow in the second and third positions.; India: Not the correct answer; Canada: Not the correct answer.
What is the frequency of the Asian Games?
Correct Answer: A. Every 4 years
• **Every 4 years** = The Asian Games are held every four years, following the pattern of the Summer Olympics.. • **This cycle is strictly maintai** — This cycle is strictly maintained to ensure a balanced international sporting calendar.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Every 2 years: Occasional delays, like the 2022 edition, are rare exceptions due to emergencies.; Every 3 years: Not the correct answer; Every 5 years: Not the correct answer.
Which Indian athlete holds the record for the most gold medals won at a single Asian Games?
Correct Answer: C. P.T. Usha
• **P.T. Usha** = P.T.. • **Usha won four gold medals and ** — Usha won four gold medals and one silver medal at the 1986 Seoul Asian Games.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Milkha Singh: She won the 200m, 400m, 400m hurdles, and the 4x400m relay.; Jaspal Rana: She is famously known as the 'Payyoli Express' for her sprinting dominance.; Neeraj Chopra: Not the correct answer.
Which nation hosted the Asian Games in 1982?
Correct Answer: A. India
• **India** = India hosted the 9th Asian Games in New Delhi in 1982.. • **This edition saw the introduct** — This edition saw the introduction of the mascot 'Appu', an elephant.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Iran: It was also the first edition where the games were governed by the Olympic Council of Asia.; Japan: Not the correct answer; Philippines: Not the correct answer.
Which of these is the official mascot of the 1982 New Delhi Asian Games?
Correct Answer: A. Appu
• **Appu** = Appu, a baby elephant, became an iconic figure in Indian sports history after the 1982 games.. • **The elephant represents streng** — The elephant represents strength, wisdom, and the heritage of India.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Borobi: Mascots are used to make the games more engaging for the public.; Sheru: Not the correct answer; Soohorang: Not the correct answer.
In which city were the first Commonwealth Games held in 1930?
Correct Answer: A. Hamilton
• **Hamilton** = Hamilton, Canada, organized the first games with 11 countries and 400 athletes.. • **The event was significantly sm** — The event was significantly smaller and more informal than the modern versions.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Auckland: It set the foundation for what would become the second-largest multi-sport event in the world.; Sydney: Not the correct answer; London: Not the correct answer.
Which sport was removed from the Commonwealth Games program in 2022?
Correct Answer: B. Shooting
• **Shooting** = Shooting was excluded from the Birmingham 2022 games due to logistical and venue constraints.. • **This was a significant loss fo** — This was a significant loss for India, as shooting has traditionally been its strongest sport.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Wrestling: It is expected to return in future editions depending on the host city.; Boxing: Not the correct answer; Weightlifting: Not the correct answer.