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Famous Indian Wrestling Coaches and Trainers

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on famous Indian wrestling coaches and trainers who have made significant contributions to the sport in India.
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Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Wrestling' and is credited with popularizing the sport in India?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Hanuman is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Wrestling' for his immense contributions to the sport. He established the first wrestling akhara (training center) in India and trained numerous wrestlers who went on to achieve great success.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his innovative training methods and has produced several world-class wrestlers?

  1. Satpal Singh

  2. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  3. Yogeshwar Dutt

  4. Bajrang Punia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Satpal Singh, a former Olympic medalist, is renowned for his innovative training methods and has produced many world-class wrestlers. He is credited with revolutionizing Indian wrestling and bringing it to international prominence.

Who is the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the prestigious Dronacharya Award?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Hanuman was the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Dronacharya Award, the highest national recognition for excellence in sports coaching in India. He was honored for his outstanding contributions to the development of wrestling in India.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his strict training regimen and has produced several successful wrestlers, including Olympic medalists?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat is known for his strict training regimen and has produced several successful wrestlers, including his daughters Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat, who became the first Indian female wrestlers to win medals at the Commonwealth Games and World Championships.

Who is the current national coach of the Indian wrestling team?

  1. Satpal Singh

  2. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  3. Yogeshwar Dutt

  4. Bajrang Punia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Yogeshwar Dutt, an Olympic medalist and former world champion, is the current national coach of the Indian wrestling team. He was appointed to the position in 2021 and is responsible for leading the team to success at international competitions.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his expertise in freestyle wrestling and has trained several wrestlers who have won medals at the Asian Games and World Championships?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guru Rampal is known for his expertise in freestyle wrestling and has trained several wrestlers who have won medals at the Asian Games and World Championships. He is considered one of the most successful wrestling coaches in India.

Who is the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Padma Shri award, one of the highest civilian honors in India?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Hanuman was the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Padma Shri award in 1971. This prestigious honor recognized his exceptional contributions to the development of wrestling in India and his role in producing world-class wrestlers.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his work with women wrestlers and has trained several female wrestlers who have won medals at international competitions?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat is known for his work with women wrestlers and has trained several female wrestlers who have won medals at international competitions. He is credited with breaking gender stereotypes and promoting women's wrestling in India.

Who is the current president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)?

  1. Satpal Singh

  2. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  3. Yogeshwar Dutt

  4. Bajrang Punia


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh is the current president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). He was elected to the position in 2019 and is responsible for overseeing the development and promotion of wrestling in India.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his expertise in Greco-Roman wrestling and has trained several wrestlers who have won medals at the Olympics and World Championships?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Guru Satpal is known for his expertise in Greco-Roman wrestling and has trained several wrestlers who have won medals at the Olympics and World Championships. He is considered one of the most successful Greco-Roman wrestling coaches in India.

Who is the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Arjuna Award, one of the highest sporting honors in India?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Hanuman was the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Arjuna Award in 1961. This prestigious honor recognized his outstanding contributions to the development of wrestling in India and his role in producing world-class wrestlers.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his innovative training methods and has produced several wrestlers who have won medals at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Championships?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guru Rampal is known for his innovative training methods and has produced several wrestlers who have won medals at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Championships. He is considered one of the most successful wrestling coaches in India.

Who is the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Hanuman was the first Indian wrestling coach to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) in 2019. This prestigious award recognized his exceptional contributions to the development of wrestling in India and his role in producing world-class wrestlers.

Which Indian wrestling coach is known for his expertise in women's wrestling and has trained several female wrestlers who have won medals at the Olympics and World Championships?

  1. Guru Hanuman

  2. Guru Rampal

  3. Guru Satpal

  4. Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Mahavir Singh Phogat is known for his expertise in women's wrestling and has trained several female wrestlers who have won medals at the Olympics and World Championships. He is considered one of the most successful women's wrestling coaches in India.

Who is the current secretary-general of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)?

  1. Satpal Singh

  2. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  3. Yogeshwar Dutt

  4. Vinod Tomar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vinod Tomar is the current secretary-general of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). He was appointed to the position in 2019 and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the federation.

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