Sports Basics — Set 3
Sports · खेल की मूल बातें · Questions 21–30 of 60
The term 'Penalty Corner' is used in which of the following sports?
Correct Answer: C. Hockey
A penalty corner is awarded in field hockey for certain defensive fouls inside the circle. It is a major scoring opportunity where the ball is pushed from the backline. Specialist 'flickers' are often used to score during these situations.
What is the standard height of a Volleyball net for the men's game?
Correct Answer: C. 2.43 meters
The official net height for men's volleyball is 2.43 meters measured from the center. For the women's game, the standard net height is 2.24 meters. This height is maintained across all international professional competitions.
The 'Ryder Cup' is a famous biennial competition in which sport?
Correct Answer: D. Golf
The Ryder Cup is a golf tournament contested between teams from Europe and the United States. It is one of the few high-profile sports events where players do not receive prize money. The venue alternates between courses in Europe and the USA.
The term 'Grand Slam' in Tennis refers to winning which of the following?
Correct Answer: C. All four majors
A Grand Slam is achieved by winning the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. These are the four most important annual tennis events in the world. Winning all four in a single calendar year is the ultimate achievement.
Which sport uses the term 'Love' to signify a score of zero?
Correct Answer: B. Tennis
In tennis, 'love' represents zero points in the game scoring system. The origin is thought to be from the French word 'l'oeuf', meaning egg, due to its shape. A score of 15-0 would be announced as 'fifteen-love'.
In standard Association Football, how many yellow cards lead to a red card and expulsion?
Correct Answer: C. Two
A player receiving a second yellow card in the same match is automatically shown a red card. This results in an immediate sending-off and the team must play with one fewer player. A direct red card can also be given for severe fouls.
The term 'Pistol' is associated with which sporting event?
Correct Answer: D. Shooting
Pistol shooting is a core discipline in competitive shooting sports at the Olympic level. Events include the 10m air pistol and the 25m rapid fire pistol. Precision and steady breathing are essential for success in these events.
The 'Beighton Cup' is one of the oldest tournaments in which sport?
Correct Answer: A. Hockey
The Beighton Cup is a prestigious field hockey tournament first held in 1895 in Kolkata. It is named after T.D. Beighton, a legal officer in British India. It helped popularize the sport across the Indian subcontinent.
The term 'Follow-on' is used in which of the following sports?
Correct Answer: A. Cricket
The follow-on occurs in Test cricket when the team batting second fails to reach a certain score relative to the first team. The first team can then ask the second team to bat again immediately. It is used to save time and push for a result.
What is the shape of a standard Sumo wrestling ring?
Correct Answer: D. Circle
The sumo ring, or Dohyo, is a circle made of rice-straw bales buried in clay. It has a diameter of exactly 4.55 meters. Touching the ground with any part of the body besides the feet results in a loss.