Sports and Recreation Facilities

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Which Indian city is known as the "Football Capital of India"?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Delhi

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata is renowned for its passion for football and is home to several renowned football clubs, including Mohun Bagan and East Bengal.

The Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad is primarily used for which sport?

  1. Cricket

  2. Football

  3. Hockey

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rajiv Gandhi Stadium is one of the largest cricket stadiums in India and has hosted numerous international cricket matches.

Which Indian city is home to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the largest stadium in the country?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi is the largest stadium in India and has a seating capacity of over 60,000.

The Indian city of Mysore is famous for its traditional sport, known as:

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Gilli-Danda

  4. Tug of War


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mysore is known for its traditional sport, Gilli-Danda, which involves hitting a small wooden stick with a larger one.

The city of Chennai is home to the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, also known as:

  1. The Chepauk

  2. The Marina

  3. The Ripon Building

  4. The Fort St. George


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is popularly known as The Chepauk and is one of the oldest cricket stadiums in India.

Which Indian state is renowned for its traditional martial art form, Kalaripayattu?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art form, originated in the southern Indian state of Kerala.

The city of Jaipur is home to a famous polo ground, known as:

  1. The Rambagh Polo Ground

  2. The Sawai Mansingh Stadium

  3. The City Palace

  4. The Jantar Mantar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rambagh Polo Ground in Jaipur is a historic polo ground and has hosted several prestigious polo tournaments.

Which Indian city is known for its annual camel fair, Pushkar Mela?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Jodhpur

  3. Udaipur

  4. Pushkar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pushkar, a city in Rajasthan, is famous for its annual camel fair, Pushkar Mela, which attracts thousands of visitors.

The city of Mumbai is home to the Wankhede Stadium, which is primarily used for:

  1. Cricket

  2. Football

  3. Hockey

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in India and has hosted numerous international cricket matches.

Which Indian state is known for its traditional boat race, the Nehru Trophy Boat Race?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is an annual boat race held in Kerala and is one of the most popular water sports events in India.

The city of Bhopal is home to a famous cricket stadium, known as:

  1. The Holkar Stadium

  2. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium

  3. The Barkatullah Khan Stadium

  4. The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Bhopal is a major cricket stadium and has hosted several international cricket matches.

Which Indian city is known for its annual hot air balloon festival?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Jodhpur

  3. Udaipur

  4. Pushkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is famous for its annual hot air balloon festival, which attracts tourists from all over the world.

The city of Chennai is home to the Madras Race Course, which is primarily used for:

  1. Horse racing

  2. Cricket

  3. Football

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Madras Race Course in Chennai is one of the oldest horse racing tracks in India and hosts regular horse racing events.

Which Indian state is known for its traditional bullock cart race, Kambala?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Kerala

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kambala, a traditional bullock cart race, is a popular sport in the southern Indian state of Karnataka.

The city of Hyderabad is home to a famous golf course, known as:

  1. The Hyderabad Golf Club

  2. The Deccan Golf Club

  3. The Shamirpet Golf Club

  4. The Boulder Hills Golf Club


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hyderabad Golf Club is one of the oldest golf courses in India and has hosted several prestigious golf tournaments.

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