Hockey Cups — Set 3
Sports · हॉकी कप · Questions 21–30 of 60
The 'Lal Bahadur Shastri Cup' is an invitation-based tournament held for which sport?
Correct Answer: C. Hockey
The Lal Bahadur Shastri Cup is a prominent invitation hockey tournament in India. It is named after the second Prime Minister of India. The event helps in keeping the competitive spirit alive in the domestic hockey season.
The 'MCC Trophy' in hockey refers to a tournament hosted by which club?
Correct Answer: A. Madras Cricket Club
The MCC Trophy is hosted by the Madras Cricket Club in Chennai. Despite the name 'Cricket Club', it has a long history of promoting hockey and tennis. The club's hockey tournament is one of the oldest in South India.
Which hockey tournament is known for being played on grass even after the introduction of turf?
Correct Answer: A. Beighton Cup
The Beighton Cup in Kolkata has traditionally been played on natural grass. This makes it unique in an era where most hockey is played on synthetic astro-turf. It preserves the classic style of play that India was once famous for.
The 'Dudley Cup' is associated with which regional hockey league?
Correct Answer: C. Australian League
The Dudley Cup is a historical trophy in Australian hockey. It is often contested at the state or regional level to encourage local competition. Australia is a powerhouse in world hockey with many such local traditions.
The 'Guru Nanak Championship' in India is specifically organized for which category?
Correct Answer: D. Women's Juniors
The Guru Nanak Championship is a national-level tournament for junior women in India. It serves as a vital pathway for young girls into the national team setup. The tournament emphasizes grassroots development in female sports.
Which of the following trophies is awarded in the inter-university hockey competitions in India?
Correct Answer: B. Dr. A.C. Chatterjee Cup
The Dr. A.C. Chatterjee Cup is associated with inter-university hockey matches in India. University hockey is a major source of talent for the national side. It helps in maintaining a steady pipeline of educated sportsmen.
The 'Allwyn Asia Cup' was a trophy presented in which sport?
Correct Answer: A. Hockey
The Allwyn Asia Cup was an international hockey tournament featuring Asian teams. The Asian Hockey Federation organizes such events to determine the continental champion. Winning this cup usually guarantees a spot in global tournaments.
The 'K.D. Singh Babu Trophy' is named after a legendary player from which Indian state?
Correct Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh
K.D. Singh 'Babu' was a legendary hockey player from Uttar Pradesh. The trophy named after him is awarded in various state and national level tournaments. He was known for his incredible stickwork and leadership on the field.
The 'Junior Asia Cup' is a qualifying event for which major tournament?
Correct Answer: D. Junior World Cup
The Junior Asia Cup serves as the continental qualifier for the FIH Junior World Cup. It involves under-21 teams from across Asia. India and Pakistan have historically been the most successful teams in this competition.
The 'Welsh Cup' is an annual knockout competition for hockey clubs in which country?
Correct Answer: B. Wales
The Welsh Cup is the primary club competition in Wales. It allows local clubs to compete for national honors. Hockey is a popular community sport across the different regions of the United Kingdom.