Asian & CW Games — Set 5
Sports · एशियाई और CW खेल · Questions 41–50 of 70
Which city will host the 2030 Asian Games?
Correct Answer: D. Doha
Doha, Qatar, was selected to host the 21st Asian Games in 2030. Qatar has previously hosted the games in 2006 and has world-class sports infrastructure. The 2034 edition is scheduled to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The 'Queen's Baton' typically contains a message from whom?
Correct Answer: A. The Head of the Commonwealth
The message is written by the Head of the Commonwealth, currently King Charles III (formerly Queen Elizabeth II). This message is read aloud during the opening ceremony to officially start the games. The relay is a symbol of the unity of the Commonwealth people.
In which sport did India win a historic gold medal at the 1951 Asian Games in the team category?
Correct Answer: A. Football
India defeated Iran in the final to win the gold medal in football at the New Delhi games. This era is considered the 'Golden Age' of Indian football. The team was led by the legendary coach S.A. Rahim.
Which country hosted the Commonwealth Games in 1994?
Correct Answer: D. Canada
Victoria, Canada, was the host for the 15th Commonwealth Games. It was the fourth time Canada had organized the event. The games are remembered for the return of South Africa after the end of apartheid.
Which country dominated the medal table at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games?
Correct Answer: B. China
China finished first with a staggering 201 gold medals, setting a new record. They have consistently topped the Asian Games medal tally since 1982. Japan and South Korea finished in the second and third positions.
The 'Asian Games' are also known by which other name?
Correct Answer: B. Asiad
The term 'Asiad' is commonly used as a shorthand for the Asian Games. It follows the naming convention of other multi-sport events like the Olympiad. The term is widely used in media and official documentation.
In which city were the first Asian Winter Games held in 1986?
Correct Answer: C. Sapporo
Sapporo, Japan, hosted the inaugural winter version of the continental games. It aimed to provide a competitive platform for winter sports like skiing and ice skating in Asia. Sapporo had previously hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics.
Who is the only Indian woman to win an Asian Games gold medal in Boxing?
Correct Answer: D. M.C. Mary Kom
Mary Kom won the gold medal in the flyweight category at the 2014 Incheon Asian Games. She is a six-time world champion and an Olympic medalist. Her victory was a significant boost for women's combat sports in India.
In which year were the Asian Games first held?
Correct Answer: B. 1951
The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1951 after being postponed from 1950. India played a leading role in the establishment of the games under the guidance of G.D. Sondhi. The event symbolized the post-colonial unity of Asian nations.
Which city hosted the first-ever Commonwealth Games in 1930?
Correct Answer: C. Hamilton
Hamilton in Ontario, Canada, was the host city for the inaugural British Empire Games. Only 11 nations participated in this small-scale event. It has since grown into one of the largest multi-sport competitions in the world.