Traditional Sports of India

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Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams trying to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Langadi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian sport where two teams try to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick, while the other team tries to intercept or catch the ball.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kabaddi, players from one team attempt to cross a line into the opponent's half and tag as many players as possible without being caught. What is the name of this line?

  1. Mid-line

  2. Center-line

  3. Baulk-line

  4. End-line


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kabaddi, the line that separates the two halves of the court and that players must cross to enter the opponent's half is called the Baulk-line.

Gilli-Danda is a traditional Indian game that involves hitting a small wooden stick (danda) with a larger stick (gilli). What is the objective of the game?

  1. To hit the danda as far as possible

  2. To score runs by hitting the danda through a series of wickets

  3. To knock down a pile of wooden sticks with the danda

  4. To hit the danda into a hole in the ground


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The objective of Gilli-Danda is to hit the danda as far as possible using the gilli, with the player hitting the danda the farthest distance winning the game.

Langadi is a traditional Indian sport played with a long wooden pole and a small wooden peg. What is the primary objective of Langadi?

  1. To hit the peg as far as possible

  2. To knock down a series of wooden pegs with the pole

  3. To jump over the pole while holding the peg

  4. To balance the peg on the pole for as long as possible


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of Langadi is to knock down a series of wooden pegs arranged in a specific pattern using the long wooden pole.

In the traditional Indian sport of Gatka, participants engage in mock sword fights using wooden sticks. What is the origin of Gatka?

  1. Northern India

  2. Southern India

  3. Eastern India

  4. Western India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gatka originated in the northern region of India, particularly in the state of Punjab, and is known for its mock sword fights using wooden sticks.

Which traditional Indian sport involves players attempting to throw a heavy stone or rock as far as possible?

  1. Shot Put

  2. Discus Throw

  3. Hammer Throw

  4. Stone Put


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stone Put is a traditional Indian sport where participants compete to throw a heavy stone or rock as far as possible, showcasing their strength and athleticism.

In the traditional Indian sport of Mallakhamb, participants perform acrobatic feats and exercises on a vertical wooden pole. What is the primary objective of Mallakhamb?

  1. To climb the pole as quickly as possible

  2. To perform as many acrobatic feats as possible

  3. To balance on the pole for as long as possible

  4. To reach the top of the pole and ring a bell


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of Mallakhamb is to perform as many acrobatic feats and exercises on the vertical wooden pole as possible, showcasing strength, agility, and balance.

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams trying to score points by throwing a ball into a net suspended between two poles?

  1. Volleyball

  2. Basketball

  3. Netball

  4. Throwball


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Throwball is a traditional Indian sport where two teams compete to score points by throwing a ball into a net suspended between two poles, similar to volleyball but without the use of hands.

In the traditional Indian sport of Tug of War, two teams compete to pull a rope in opposite directions. What is the primary objective of Tug of War?

  1. To pull the rope as far as possible

  2. To pull the rope across a line

  3. To pull the opposing team off their feet

  4. To break the rope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of Tug of War is to pull the rope across a line marked on the ground, demonstrating strength and teamwork.

Which traditional Indian sport involves players attempting to hit a small ball with a wooden bat and score runs by running between wickets?

  1. Cricket

  2. Baseball

  3. Softball

  4. Rounders


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cricket is a traditional Indian sport where players use a wooden bat to hit a small ball and score runs by running between wickets, with the team scoring the most runs winning the game.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kabaddi, players from one team attempt to cross a line into the opponent's half and tag as many players as possible without being caught. What is the name of this line?

  1. Mid-line

  2. Center-line

  3. Baulk-line

  4. End-line


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kabaddi, the line that separates the two halves of the court and that players must cross to enter the opponent's half is called the Baulk-line.

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams trying to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Langadi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian sport where two teams try to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick, while the other team tries to intercept or catch the ball.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kabaddi, players from one team attempt to cross a line into the opponent's half and tag as many players as possible without being caught. What is the name of this line?

  1. Mid-line

  2. Center-line

  3. Baulk-line

  4. End-line


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kabaddi, the line that separates the two halves of the court and that players must cross to enter the opponent's half is called the Baulk-line.

Which traditional Indian sport involves two teams trying to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Langadi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian sport where two teams try to score points by hitting a small ball with a wooden stick, while the other team tries to intercept or catch the ball.

In the traditional Indian sport of Kabaddi, players from one team attempt to cross a line into the opponent's half and tag as many players as possible without being caught. What is the name of this line?

  1. Mid-line

  2. Center-line

  3. Baulk-line

  4. End-line


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kabaddi, the line that separates the two halves of the court and that players must cross to enter the opponent's half is called the Baulk-line.

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