Hockey Cups — Set 6
Sports · हॉकी कप · Questions 51–60 of 60
The Beighton Cup, started in 1895, is considered the oldest hockey tournament in India. Who was the first winner of this cup?
Correct Answer: C. Bengal Naval Volunteers
The first Beighton Cup was won by the Bengal Naval Volunteers. It is a historical fact that marks the formal beginning of competitive hockey in India. The tournament has been held almost every year since its inception.
Which hockey trophy is often referred to as the 'National Championship' for men in India?
Correct Answer: B. Rangaswami Cup
The Rangaswami Cup is the official trophy for the Senior Men's National Hockey Championship. It is the primary tournament where state teams compete against each other. It serves as the main selection ground for the national team probables.
The 'Sultan Azlan Shah Cup' is an invitational international tournament. How many teams usually participate in this event?
Correct Answer: A. 6
The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup typically features 6 top international teams. The format usually involves a round-robin stage followed by classification matches. It is one of the most respected invitational tournaments in the world.
The 'Lady Ratan Tata Trophy' was established to promote which of the following?
Correct Answer: C. Women's Hockey
The Lady Ratan Tata Trophy is the national championship for women in India. It was named after the wife of the industrialist Sir Ratan Tata. The Tata family has been a pioneer in supporting women's sports in India.
In which year did India win its first Hockey World Cup title?
Correct Answer: C. 1975
India won the Men's Hockey World Cup in 1975 by defeating Pakistan in the final. The match was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This remains India's only World Cup gold medal in hockey to date.
The 'Aga Khan Cup' is traditionally played in which Indian city?
Correct Answer: D. Mumbai
The Aga Khan Cup is a premier hockey tournament held in Mumbai. It is played at the Gymkhana grounds and has a massive following. It is one of the three 'majors' of Indian domestic hockey along with the Beighton and Nehru cups.
Which trophy is associated with the 'Inter-Railway' Hockey Championship in India?
Correct Answer: B. Inter-Railway Trophy
Indian Railways is one of the biggest employers and promoters of hockey players in India. The Inter-Railway Trophy is a highly competitive event among different railway zones. Many national team stars represent the Railways in this tournament.
The 'Dhyan Chand Award' is the highest award for lifetime achievement in which field?
Correct Answer: D. Sports and Games
The Dhyan Chand Award is given for lifetime contribution to sports and games development. It is named after the wizard of hockey, Major Dhyan Chand. Recipients are honored for their performance and efforts to promote sports even after retirement.
The 'Scindia Gold Cup' hockey tournament is organized in which city?
Correct Answer: A. Gwalior
The Scindia Gold Cup is a famous hockey tournament held in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Gwalior has a long-standing tradition of producing quality hockey players. The tournament is supported by the Gwalior division hockey association.
The 'Champions Trophy' was an annual event featuring how many top-ranked teams?
Correct Answer: D. 6
The Champions Trophy originally featured the top 6 teams in the world rankings. It was a round-robin tournament that determined the most consistent world-class team. It was considered the most elite tournament after the Olympics and World Cup.