National Sports — Set 3
Sports · राष्ट्रीय खेल · Questions 21–30 of 50
Which city hosted the National Games in 1999, known for boosting sports in the Northeast?
Correct Answer: B. Imphal
• **Imphal** = Imphal, Manipur hosted the games in 1999, which was a landmark for North-Eastern sports. • **Significance** — Manipur is often called the 'Powerhouse of Sports' in India due to its high athlete-to-population ratio. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Shillong; C: Guwahati; D: Agartala.
The motto of the 36th National Games held in Gujarat was?
Correct Answer: D. Celebrating Unity Through Sports
• **Celebrating Unity Through Sports** = The motto 'Celebrating Unity Through Sports' emphasized the power of sports to bring people together. • **Significance** — It highlighted India's cultural and regional diversity under one sporting banner. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Strong India, Fast India; B: Play with Heart; C: Sports for All.
Which sport is traditionally associated with the 'Mallakhamba' competition at the National Games?
Correct Answer: D. Indigenous Pole Acrobatics
• **Indigenous Pole Acrobatics** = Mallakhamba is a traditional Indian sport where gymnasts perform feats on a vertical wooden pole or rope. • **Significance** — It was recently included in the National Games to promote indigenous sporting culture. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Gymnastics; B: Weightlifting; C: Wrestling.
In which city is the headquarters of the Indian Olympic Association located?
Correct Answer: D. New Delhi
• **New Delhi** = The IOA is headquartered in New Delhi, the capital of India. • **Significance** — Being in the capital allows it to coordinate effectively with the Ministry of Sports and SAI. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Patiala; B: Kolkata; C: Mumbai.
Which state famously skipped its turn to host the games multiple times leading to delays between 2015 and 2022?
Correct Answer: A. Goa
• **Goa** = Goa faced several logistical and financial challenges, leading to multiple postponements. • **Significance** — Originally slated for 2016, the state finally hosted the games in 2023. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Punjab; C: Assam; D: Tamil Nadu.
What determines the winner of the Raja Bhalindra Singh Trophy?
Correct Answer: A. Maximum Gold Medals
• **Maximum Gold Medals** = The trophy is awarded based on the highest count of gold medals won by a contingent. • **Significance** — If gold medals are equal, the number of silver medals is used as a tie-breaker. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: Maximum Total Medals; C: Maximum Attendance; D: Highest Fair Play Score.
The first modern National Games in New Delhi (1985) used which iconic stadium for its opening?
Correct Answer: D. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
• **Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium** = Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium was built for the 1982 Asian Games and served as the perfect venue for the 1985 National Games. • **Significance** — It is an all-seater stadium capable of hosting world-class track and field events. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Wankhede Stadium; B: Eden Gardens; C: Salt Lake Stadium.
Which state has consistently been a top performer in combat sports like Boxing and Wrestling at the National Games?
Correct Answer: D. Haryana
• **Haryana** = Haryana has a deep-rooted culture of 'Akhadas' and professional training centers for combat sports. • **Significance** — A significant percentage of India's international wrestlers and boxers hail from this state. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Odisha; B: Sikkim; C: Gujarat.
The duration of the National Games usually spans approximately how many days?
Correct Answer: A. 12-15 days
• **12-15 days** = The correct answer is '12-15 days'. • **Significance** — Multi-sport events like the National Games require about two weeks to complete all disciplines. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: B: 7 days; C: 30 days; D: 3 days.
Who was the mascot for the 37th National Games in Goa?
Correct Answer: C. Moga
• **Moga** = Moga is a representation of the Indian Bison (Gaur), which is the state animal of Goa. • **Significance** — The name 'Moga' means love in the Konkani language. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: A: Bulu; B: Savaj; D: Sheru.