Q50. In which year did India win the Thomas Cup for the first time?
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A) 2020
B) 2016
C) 2022
D) 2018
Answer: C) 2022
Explanation: India’s men’s badminton team won the Thomas Cup in Bangkok in 2022, defeating Indonesia in the final. It was a historic first title for the country. The precise terminology and competition context distinguish it from similar sporting facts.
Q49. Which Grand Slam tennis tournament was played from 17 to 30 January 2022?
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A) Australian Open
B) French Open
C) US Open
D) Wimbledon
Answer: A) Australian Open
Explanation: The Australian Open is traditionally the first annual tennis Grand Slam, held in Melbourne in January. The 2022 edition ran from 17 to 30 January. Its historical edition and organising body are useful identifiers in sports general knowledge.
Q48. In which year was the first Winter Olympic Games organised?
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A) 1908
B) 1924
C) 1896
D) 1936
Answer: B) 1924
Explanation: Chamonix, France, hosted the event later recognised as the first Winter Olympics in 1924. The Winter Games developed a distinct four-year programme. Distinguishing the exact Olympic edition prevents confusion with other notable Indian performances.
Q47. How many medals did India win in total at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics?
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A) Nineteen
B) Fifteen
C) Twenty-one
D) Eleven
Answer: A) Nineteen
Explanation: India’s Tokyo Paralympic contingent won 19 medals: five gold, eight silver and six bronze. It was a major improvement over the country’s historical Paralympic medal record. The classification and event name matter when comparing Paralympic results across years.
Q46. Singhraj Adhana is associated with which sport?
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A) Badminton
B) Archery
C) Shooting
D) Javelin
Answer: C) Shooting
Explanation: Singhraj Adhana is a para-shooter who won two medals at the Tokyo Paralympics in pistol events. His achievements helped India’s para-shooting profile. The precise terminology and competition context distinguish it from similar sporting facts.
Q45. Omprakash Mitharval was awarded the Arjuna Award in 2022 for which sport?
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A) Boxing
B) Shooting
C) Wrestling
D) Weightlifting
Answer: B) Shooting
Explanation: Omprakash Mitharval is an Indian pistol shooter and won the Arjuna Award for his accomplishments in shooting. He has competed in major international shooting competitions. Such institution and award questions require careful identification of their original purpose.
Q44. In which state is the National Sports University situated?
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A) Manipur
B) Karnataka
C) Haryana
D) Assam
Answer: A) Manipur
Explanation: India’s National Sports University is located in Manipur, with its campus at Imphal. It was established to advance sports education, research and training. The precise terminology and competition context distinguish it from similar sporting facts.
Q43. Which state won the Santosh Trophy in 2022?
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A) Karnataka
B) West Bengal
C) Kerala
D) Punjab
Answer: C) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala defeated West Bengal in the final of the 2021–22 Santosh Trophy, decided by a penalty shoot-out. The tournament is India’s domestic national football championship for state teams. The precise terminology and competition context distinguish it from similar sporting facts.
Q42. Which year was the Sports Authority of India established?
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A) 1990
B) 1982
C) 1984
D) 1961
Answer: C) 1984
Explanation: The Sports Authority of India was established in 1984 under the government’s sports ministry. Its work includes elite coaching, sports facilities and athlete-development programmes. Such institution and award questions require careful identification of their original purpose.
Q41. ‘We have wings’ was linked to which sporting event?
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A) Tokyo 2020 Olympics
B) Winter Olympics 2022
C) Rio 2016 Olympics
D) Tokyo 2020 Paralympics
Answer: D) Tokyo 2020 Paralympics
Explanation: The theme ‘We Have Wings’ featured at the Tokyo Paralympic opening ceremony, using the imagery of wings to emphasise aspiration and participation by para-athletes. The precise terminology and competition context distinguish it from similar sporting facts.
