The Equipment Used in Traditional Indian Sports

Description: This quiz focuses on the equipment used in various traditional Indian sports. Test your knowledge about the tools and implements essential for these games.
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Which of the following is the main equipment used in the sport of Kho-Kho?

  1. Bat

  2. Ball

  3. Pole

  4. Whistle


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kho-Kho, players use a wooden pole called a 'kho-kho' to tag opponents and prevent them from crossing the midline.

In Gilli-Danda, what is the name of the stick used to hit the 'danda' (cylindrical wooden stick)?

  1. Gilli

  2. Danda

  3. Lathi

  4. Baton


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'gilli' is a short, wooden stick used to strike the 'danda' in the game of Gilli-Danda.

What is the primary equipment used by players in the sport of Kabaddi?

  1. Ball

  2. Stick

  3. Net

  4. Pads


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kabaddi is a contact sport where players do not use any specific equipment. The game is played with bare hands and feet.

In the traditional Indian sport of Lagori, what is the name of the small stones or pebbles used as markers?

  1. Lagori

  2. Patti

  3. Gilli

  4. Danda


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Lagori, small stones or pebbles called 'patti' are used to mark the playing area and as targets for throwing.

Which of the following is the primary equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Mallakhamb?

  1. Pole

  2. Rope

  3. Rings

  4. Weights


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mallakhamb involves performing acrobatic feats on a vertical wooden pole called a 'mallakhamb'.

In the traditional Indian sport of Pehlwani, what is the name of the loose-fitting garment worn by wrestlers?

  1. Lungi

  2. Dhoti

  3. Kurta

  4. Sherwani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pehlwani wrestlers wear a loose-fitting garment called a 'lungi' that allows for freedom of movement during the bout.

Which of the following is the main equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Gatka?

  1. Sword

  2. Shield

  3. Spear

  4. Bow and Arrow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gatka is a martial art that involves the use of wooden swords called 'gatkas' for mock duels and training.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kalaripayattu, what is the name of the wooden staff used for training and combat?

  1. Lathi

  2. Baton

  3. Danda

  4. Bo Staff


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu practitioners use a wooden staff called a 'bo staff' for training and combat.

Which of the following is the primary equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Silambam?

  1. Sword

  2. Spear

  3. Staff

  4. Nunchaku


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Silambam involves the use of a wooden staff called a 'silambam' for self-defense and combat.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kushti, what is the name of the arena where wrestlers compete?

  1. Akhada

  2. Dangal

  3. Arena

  4. Stadium


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kushti wrestlers compete in an arena called an 'akhada', which is typically a circular or square area with a raised platform.

Which of the following is the main equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Kabaddi?

  1. Ball

  2. Stick

  3. Net

  4. Pads


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kabaddi is a contact sport where players do not use any specific equipment. The game is played with bare hands and feet.

In the traditional Indian sport of Pehlwani, what is the name of the loose-fitting garment worn by wrestlers?

  1. Lungi

  2. Dhoti

  3. Kurta

  4. Sherwani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pehlwani wrestlers wear a loose-fitting garment called a 'lungi' that allows for freedom of movement during the bout.

Which of the following is the primary equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Gatka?

  1. Sword

  2. Shield

  3. Spear

  4. Bow and Arrow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gatka is a martial art that involves the use of wooden swords called 'gatkas' for mock duels and training.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kalaripayattu, what is the name of the wooden staff used for training and combat?

  1. Lathi

  2. Baton

  3. Danda

  4. Bo Staff


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu practitioners use a wooden staff called a 'bo staff' for training and combat.

Which of the following is the primary equipment used in the traditional Indian sport of Silambam?

  1. Sword

  2. Spear

  3. Staff

  4. Nunchaku


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Silambam involves the use of a wooden staff called a 'silambam' for self-defense and combat.

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