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Who was appointed head coach of Indian men's cricket team in July 2024?
- Rahul Dravid
- VVS Laxman
- Gautam Gambhir
- Sanjay Bangar
Answer: Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir succeeded Rahul Dravid as head coach in July 2024. Former opener and mentor to KKR/LSG in IPL. Appointed after India's T20 WC triumph.
Indian women's hockey team won bronze at Asian Champions Trophy 2023 defeating which team?
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- Malaysia
Answer: Japan
India defeated Japan to win bronze at Ranchi 2023 Asian Champions Trophy. Host nation finished third behind Japan (gold) and South Korea (silver).
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke her own 400m hurdles world record multiple times. What was her record time set in 2024?
- 50.65 seconds
- 50.68 seconds
- 51.41 seconds
- 51.90 seconds
Answer: 50.65 seconds
McLaughlin-Levrone ran 50.65s at US Trials June 2024, shattering her own WR. First woman under 51 seconds. Dominant force in 400m hurdles.
India won the 2024 T20 World Cup by defeating which team in the final?
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
- West Indies
Answer: South Africa
India defeated South Africa by 7 runs in Barbados final to win 2024 T20 WC. Jasprit Bumrah was Player of Tournament. Second T20 WC title after 2007.
Which wrestling style prohibits holds below the waist?
- Freestyle
- Greco-Roman
- Folkstyle
- Beach Wrestling
Answer: Greco-Roman
Greco-Roman wrestling forbids attacks below waist and active use of legs. Emphasizes upper-body throws. One of two Olympic wrestling disciplines alongside Freestyle.
Who was the first Indian woman swimmer to qualify for Olympics via 'A' standard?
- Maana Patel
- Srihari Nataraj
- Dhinidhi Desinghu
- None achieved A standard yet
Answer: None achieved A standard yet
As of 2024, no Indian woman swimmer has qualified via Olympic 'A' cut. Srihari Nataraj (male) achieved A standard for Tokyo 2020. Women have qualified via universality/B cuts.
Who won Most Valuable Player award in Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 (2024)?
- Pardeep Narwal
- Aslam Thambi
- Mohammadreza Shadloui
- Arjun Deshwal
Answer: Mohammadreza Shadloui
Iranian all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui won MVP in PKL Season 10 playing for Patna Pirates. Known for exceptional raiding and defending versatility.
Who captained India at Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2022?
- Manpreet Singh
- Harmanpreet Singh
- Amit Rohidas
- PR Sreejesh
Answer: Harmanpreet Singh
Harmanpreet Singh captained India to Asia Cup 2022 title in Jakarta. Drag-flicker and defender, he succeeded Manpreet as regular captain post-Tokyo 2020.
What is the maximum number of players allowed on bench in FIFA World Cup matches?
- 7
- 9
- 12
- 15
Answer: 15
FIFA allows up to 15 substitutes on bench in World Cup since Qatar 2022. Teams can use 5 substitutions in 3 stoppages plus halftime. Increased from previous limits.
The term 'Knockout' is primarily associated with which sport?
- Wrestling
- Boxing
- Judo
- Karate
Answer: Boxing
Knockout (KO) occurs when boxer cannot rise before referee counts to ten. Technical knockout (TKO) is when referee stops fight due to inability to defend safely.
Rohan Bopanna became oldest ATP doubles world No. 1 at what age in 2024?
- 40 years
- 42 years
- 43 years
- 45 years
Answer: 43 years
Rohan Bopanna reached ATP doubles No. 1 in February 2024 at age 43, oldest ever. Won Australian Open 2024 mixed doubles title same year.
India won gold in women's hockey at Asian Games for the first time in which year?
- 1982
- 1998
- 2002
- Never won gold
Answer: Never won gold
Indian women's hockey team has never won Asian Games gold. Best finish is silver (2018, 2023). Men's team has won 4 golds. Important distinction for exams.
Which Indian shuttler won gold at Commonwealth Games 2022 in women's singles?
- PV Sindhu
- Saina Nehwal
- Aakarshi Kashyap
- Ashmita Chaliha
Answer: PV Sindhu
PV Sindhu defeated Michelle Li (Canada) to win CWG 2022 women's singles gold. She had previously won silver (2018) and bronze (2014) at CWG.
Who holds the record for most wickets in a single calendar year in Test cricket?
- Shane Warne
- Anil Kumble
- Harbhajan Singh
- Pat Cummins
Answer: Anil Kumble
Anil Kumble took 96 Test wickets in 1996, the highest by any bowler in a single calendar year. He achieved this feat in just 18 matches.
Which Indian footballer became first to score 50 international goals?
- Baichung Bhutia
- Sunil Chhetri
- IM Vijayan
- Jeje Lalpekhlua
Answer: Sunil Chhetri
Sunil Chhetri reached 50 international goals in 2015, eventually surpassing 90. India's all-time top scorer and most capped player. Active until 2024 retirement.
Who holds the record for most Test matches umpired?
- Steve Bucknor
- Simon Taufel
- Aleem Dar
- Ian Gould
Answer: Aleem Dar
Aleem Dar (Pakistan) officiated 145 Tests, most by any umpire. Surpassed Steve Bucknor's 128 Tests. Active from 2003-2023. ICC Elite Panel legend.
Gurjit Kaur plays which position in Indian women's hockey team?
- Forward
- Midfielder
- Defender/Drag-flicker
- Goalkeeper
Answer: Defender/Drag-flicker
Gurjit Kaur is defender and primary drag-flicker for Indian women's team. Scored crucial goals from penalty corners including vs Australia at Tokyo 2020 QF.
Who is India's leading run-scorer in Women's T20 Internationals?
- Mithali Raj
- Smriti Mandhana
- Harmanpreet Kaur
- Shafali Verma
Answer: Smriti Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana surpassed Mithali Raj to become India's top WT20I run-scorer with 3000+ runs. Known for aggressive opening batting and consistency.
Geeta Phogat won gold at Commonwealth Games 2010 in which weight category?
- 55 kg
- 59 kg
- 63 kg
- 67 kg
Answer: 55 kg
Geeta Phogat won 55kg gold at Delhi 2010 CWG, first Indian woman wrestler to win CWG gold. Inspired film 'Dangal'. Sister Babita won silver at same Games.
India's first-ever ODI match was played against which team in 1974?
- Australia
- West Indies
- England
- Pakistan
Answer: England
India played first ODI vs England at Headingley, Leeds on July 13, 1974. Lost by 4 wickets. Ajit Wadekar captained. ODI format was experimental then.