Caste and Squash

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Which caste is traditionally associated with squash in India?

  1. Brahmins

  2. Kshatriyas

  3. Vaishyas

  4. Shudras


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Squash was traditionally played by the Brahmin caste in India.

When was the first squash tournament held in India?

  1. 1885

  2. 1895

  3. 1905

  4. 1915


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first squash tournament in India was held in 1885 in Calcutta.

Who was the first Indian to win a major squash tournament?

  1. Vijay Amritraj

  2. Leander Paes

  3. Sania Mirza

  4. Jahangir Khan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jahangir Khan was the first Indian to win a major squash tournament, the British Open, in 1981.

Which Indian city is known as the 'Squash Capital of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Chennai is known as the 'Squash Capital of India' due to its strong squash tradition and the presence of several top squash players from the city.

What is the name of the annual squash tournament held in Chennai?

  1. Chennai Open

  2. Indian Squash Open

  3. Asian Squash Championship

  4. World Squash Championship


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chennai Open is an annual squash tournament held in Chennai, India.

Which Indian squash player has won the most number of PSA World Tour titles?

  1. Saurav Ghosal

  2. Dipika Pallikal

  3. Joshna Chinappa

  4. Harinder Pal Sandhu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Saurav Ghosal has won the most number of PSA World Tour titles among Indian squash players.

Which Indian squash player has been ranked as high as world number 1?

  1. Saurav Ghosal

  2. Dipika Pallikal

  3. Joshna Chinappa

  4. Harinder Pal Sandhu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dipika Pallikal has been ranked as high as world number 1 in squash.

What is the name of the governing body for squash in India?

  1. Squash Rackets Federation of India

  2. All India Squash Association

  3. Indian Squash Federation

  4. Squash India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Squash Rackets Federation of India is the governing body for squash in India.

How many squash courts are there in India?

  1. 500

  2. 1000

  3. 1500

  4. 2000


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

There are approximately 1500 squash courts in India.

What are the major challenges faced by squash in India?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of infrastructure

  3. Lack of awareness

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Squash in India faces challenges such as lack of funding, lack of infrastructure, and lack of awareness.

What are some of the initiatives being taken to promote squash in India?

  1. Construction of new squash courts

  2. Organizing squash tournaments

  3. Providing financial assistance to squash players

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Initiatives such as construction of new squash courts, organizing squash tournaments, and providing financial assistance to squash players are being taken to promote squash in India.

What is the future of squash in India?

  1. Bright

  2. Uncertain

  3. Bleak

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The future of squash in India is bright with the emergence of talented players and the increasing popularity of the sport.

How can we increase the popularity of squash in India?

  1. By organizing more squash tournaments

  2. By providing financial assistance to squash players

  3. By constructing new squash courts

  4. By promoting squash in schools and colleges


Correct Option:
Explanation:

We can increase the popularity of squash in India by organizing more squash tournaments, providing financial assistance to squash players, constructing new squash courts, and promoting squash in schools and colleges.

What are some of the benefits of playing squash?

  1. Improves cardiovascular health

  2. Helps in weight loss

  3. Strengthens muscles and bones

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Playing squash offers several benefits such as improving cardiovascular health, aiding in weight loss, and strengthening muscles and bones.

What is the best way to learn how to play squash?

  1. Take lessons from a qualified coach

  2. Watch instructional videos

  3. Practice regularly

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to learn how to play squash is to take lessons from a qualified coach, watch instructional videos, and practice regularly.

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