Question 1

Which country hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2022?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Commonwealth Games were hosted by Birmingham, England. This was the second time England hosted the Commonwealth Games, with the first being Manchester in 2002.

Question 2

Which Indian cricketer became the first to score 100 international centuries?

Accepted Answer

Sachin Tendulkar became the first cricketer in the world to score 100 international centuries (across Tests and ODIs combined). He achieved this milestone on March 16, 2012, during an ODI against Bangladesh.

Question 3

Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian track and field athlete to win an Olympic gold medal when he threw the javelin 87.58 meters at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 (held in 2021). This was a historic moment for Indian sports.

Question 4

Which Indian cricketer won the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Player of the Tournament award in 2023?

Accepted Answer

Virat Kohli was named the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Player of the Tournament at the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup held in India. He scored 765 runs in the tournament, the most by any player, and played a crucial role in India's campaign.

Question 5

India hosted the Asian Games in which year most recently before 2024?

Accepted Answer

India hosted the Asian Games in 2023 in New Delhi. This was the third time India hosted the Asian Games, with previous editions in 1951 (New Delhi) and 1982 (New Delhi).

Question 6

In which year did India host the Asian Games?

Accepted Answer

India hosted the Asian Games twice: in 1951 in New Delhi (the first Asian Games ever held) and in 1982 in New Delhi. The most recent Asian Games hosted by India was in 2023 in New Delhi.

Question 7

Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the women's javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra won India's first individual gold medal in athletics at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 (held in 2021) with a throw of 87.58 meters in the men's javelin throw. However, this question tests knowledge of the women's javelin winner to distinguish between male and female Olympic champions.

Question 8

Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the women's javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra won India's first Olympic gold medal in athletics at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 (held in 2021) with a throw of 87.58 meters in the men's javelin throw event.

Question 9

In which sport did Vinesh Phogat represent India at the Paris Olympics 2024?

Accepted Answer

Vinesh Phogat is an Indian wrestler who competed in wrestling at the Paris Olympics 2024. She is a renowned wrestler who has represented India at multiple international competitions including the Olympics.

Question 10

Which country hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022?

Accepted Answer

The FIFA World Cup 2022 was held in Qatar, making it the first World Cup held in the Middle East and the first held in November-December instead of the traditional June-July timeframe.

Question 11

Which Indian badminton player won the Syed Modi International Badminton Tournament in 2023?

Accepted Answer

The Syed Modi International is a prestigious badminton tournament held annually in India. The question tests current knowledge of tournament winners in the badminton circuit.

Question 12

Which Indian cricketer became the fastest to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket history?

Accepted Answer

Virat Kohli became the fastest batsman to reach 10,000 Test runs, achieving this milestone in 205 innings, breaking the previous record held by Sachin Tendulkar.

Question 13

Which Indian athlete won the gold medal in the women's javelin throw at the 2023 Asian Athletics Championships held in Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in men's javelin throw at the 2023 Asian Athletics Championships in Bangkok with a throw of 88.17 meters. However, Annu Rani won the gold medal in women's javelin throw at the same championship.

Question 14

Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic gold medalist, won his first World Athletics Championships medal in 2023. What was the color of the medal he won?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra won a silver medal in the javelin throw event at the 2023 World Athletics Championships held in Budapest, Hungary.

Question 15

India hosted the Asian Games in 2023. In which city was this sporting event held?

Accepted Answer

The 2023 Asian Games were held in Hangzhou, China, not in India. India last hosted the Asian Games in 1982 in New Delhi.

Question 16

Who won the Silver medal for India in Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra won the Silver medal in Men's Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024 with a throw of 89.45 metres. He had won the Gold medal in the same event at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The Gold at Paris 2024 went to Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan.

Question 17

Neeraj Chopra won India's first individual gold medal in athletics at the Olympics. At which Olympic Games did this historic achievement occur?

Accepted Answer

Neeraj Chopra's Olympic gold medal is a landmark moment in Indian sports history. The question tests knowledge of the specific Olympic Games where this achievement took place.

Question 18

In which year did India win the AFC Asian Cup in football, and who was the host nation?

Accepted Answer

India won the AFC Asian Cup in 1951. India hosted and won the tournament, defeating Iran 1-0 in the final. This remains India's only AFC Asian Cup title. The tournament was held in India with matches played in Delhi and Kolkata.

Question 19

The Durand Cup, one of India's oldest football tournaments, was first held in which year?

Accepted Answer

The Durand Cup is a historic football tournament in India with a long legacy. The question tests knowledge of this tournament's founding year and historical significance.

Question 20

The Durand Cup, one of India's oldest football tournaments, is associated with which Indian state as its primary venue in recent years?

Accepted Answer

The Durand Cup, established in 1888, has been held in various cities. In recent years (2022 onwards), it has been held in Kolkata, West Bengal, making it the primary venue.

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