The All India Football Federation (AIFF) was founded in ______.
- 1937
- 1948
- 1950
- 1954
Answer: 1937
AIFF was established in 1937 and became affiliated with FIFA in 1948. It governs football competitions including ISL and I-League.
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How long is a standard professional football match excluding stoppage time?
- 60 minutes
- 80 minutes
- 90 minutes
- 100 minutes
Answer: 90 minutes
A standard match consists of two 45-minute halves totaling 90 minutes, plus added stoppage time determined by the referee.
True or False: Table Tennis originated in England as an after-dinner parlor game.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Table Tennis began in Victorian England as 'Ping-Pong' using cigar box lids as rackets and champagne corks as balls before evolving into a competitive sport.
Narendra Modi Stadium, the world's largest cricket stadium by capacity, is located in which city?
- Mumbai
- Delhi
- Ahmedabad
- Kolkata
Answer: Ahmedabad
Located in Motera, Ahmedabad, it has a seating capacity of 132,000. Renamed in 2021, it surpassed Melbourne Cricket Ground as the largest.
Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to win an Olympic medal?
- Geeta Phogat
- Sakshi Malik
- Vinesh Phogat
- Babita Kumari
Answer: Sakshi Malik
Sakshi Malik won bronze in 58kg freestyle at Rio 2016, becoming the first Indian female wrestler to win an Olympic medal.
True or False: MS Dhoni is the only captain to win all three major ICC trophies (ODI WC, T20 WC, Champions Trophy).
- True
- False
Answer: True
MS Dhoni won T20 WC (2007), ODI WC (2011), and Champions Trophy (2013), making him the only captain to win all three ICC limited-overs titles.
India's famous 2007 T20 World Cup final victory was against which team?
- Australia
- Pakistan
- South Africa
- New Zealand
Answer: Pakistan
India defeated Pakistan by 5 runs in the inaugural T20 World Cup final in Johannesburg, sparking the T20 revolution in Indian cricket.
What does the DRS system in cricket stand for?
- Direct Review System
- Decision Review System
- Digital Replay System
- Dispute Resolution System
Answer: Decision Review System
DRS allows teams to challenge on-field umpire decisions using technology like Hawk-Eye, UltraEdge, and ball-tracking. Introduced in Tests in 2008.
As of 2023, ______ has won the most Ballon d'Or awards in history.
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Lionel Messi
- Michel Platini
- Johan Cruyff
Answer: Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi won his 8th Ballon d'Or in 2023, extending his record. Cristiano Ronaldo has 5 awards.
True or False: The ancient Olympic Games were held in honor of Zeus.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Ancient Olympics were religious festivals dedicated to Zeus, held at Olympia in Greece from 776 BC until abolished in 393 AD by Emperor Theodosius I.
In volleyball, what is the term for a defensive specialist who wears a different colored jersey?
- Setter
- Libero
- Spiker
- Blocker
Answer: Libero
The Libero is a back-row defensive specialist with unlimited substitutions and cannot attack above net height. Introduced internationally in 1998.
'Playing It My Way' is the autobiography of ______.
- Virat Kohli
- MS Dhoni
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Kapil Dev
Answer: Sachin Tendulkar
Published in 2014, 'Playing It My Way' is Sachin Tendulkar's official autobiography co-authored by Boria Majumdar.
When did India last win the Hockey World Cup?
- 1975
- 1982
- 1998
- 2002
Answer: 1975
India won their only Hockey World Cup in 1975 in Kuala Lumpur, defeating Pakistan in the final. They have been runners-up in 1973 and 1978.
Who holds the Indian national record in men's 100m sprint?
- Milkha Singh
- Anil Kumar Prakash
- Gurindervir Singh
- Muhammed Anas
Answer: Gurindervir Singh
Gurindervir Singh set the national record of 10.23 seconds in 2023. Milkha Singh's legacy is historical, but modern records have been updated.
True or False: Rugby football is named after Rugby School in England.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The sport derives its name from Rugby School in Warwickshire, England, where William Webb Ellis allegedly picked up the ball during a football game in 1823.
Which club won the inaugural Indian Super League (ISL) title in 2014?
- Chennaiyin FC
- ATK
- FC Goa
- Bengaluru FC
Answer: ATK
ATK (Atlético de Kolkata) won the first ISL season in 2014. They are also the most successful ISL franchise with 3 titles before merging with Mohun Bagan.
Joshna Chinappa and Dipika Pallikal are associated with which sport?
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Squash
- Table Tennis
Answer: Squash
Both are elite Indian squash players. Dipika Pallikal reached top 10 in world rankings, and Joshna Chinappa won Commonwealth Games gold in doubles.
Which style of wrestling is NOT part of the Olympic program?
- Freestyle
- Greco-Roman
- Professional Wrestling
- Both Freestyle and Greco-Roman are included
Answer: Professional Wrestling
Only Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling are Olympic disciplines. Professional wrestling (e.g., WWE) is entertainment-based and not an Olympic sport.
True or False: Paris will host the Summer Olympics for the third time in 2024.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Paris previously hosted in 1900 and 1924. The 2024 Games mark exactly 100 years since their last hosting, joining London as three-time hosts.
Which team won the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23?
- India
- New Zealand
- Australia
- England
Answer: Australia
Australia defeated India in the WTC Final at The Oval in June 2023 to win the 2021-23 cycle. New Zealand won the inaugural 2019-21 edition.