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Sports and Education in India: A Legacy of Excellence

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Which Indian sportsperson is known as the 'Flying Sikh'?

  1. Milkha Singh

  2. P.T. Usha

  3. Sachin Tendulkar

  4. Viswanathan Anand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Milkha Singh, a legendary Indian track and field athlete, earned the nickname 'Flying Sikh' for his remarkable speed and endurance.

Which Indian state is renowned for its contributions to hockey?

  1. Punjab

  2. Odisha

  3. Haryana

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Odisha, particularly the city of Rourkela, has a rich history of hockey and has produced numerous talented players who have represented India at the international level.

Who is considered the greatest Indian cricketer of all time?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Virat Kohli

  3. Sunil Gavaskar

  4. Kapil Dev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sachin Tendulkar, often referred to as the 'Master Blaster', is widely regarded as the greatest Indian cricketer and one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport.

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

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is renowned for its passion for football and is often called the 'Football Capital of India'.

Which Indian sportsperson won the first individual Olympic gold medal for India?

  1. Abhinav Bindra

  2. Leander Paes

  3. Vijay Kumar

  4. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhinav Bindra, an Indian shooter, won the first individual Olympic gold medal for India at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the 10m air rifle event.

Which Indian university is known for its excellence in sports education?

  1. Lala Lajpat Rai University of Sports

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru University

  3. University of Delhi

  4. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai University of Sports in Jalandhar, Punjab, is a specialized university dedicated to sports education and research.

Which Indian sportsperson is known as the 'Pocket Dynamo'?

  1. Mary Kom

  2. P.V. Sindhu

  3. Saina Nehwal

  4. Hima Das


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mary Kom, an Indian boxer, is popularly known as the 'Pocket Dynamo' due to her diminutive stature and powerful punches.

Which Indian state is known for its contributions to wrestling?

  1. Haryana

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haryana, particularly the region of Rohtak, is renowned for producing world-class wrestlers and has a strong tradition of wrestling.

Which Indian sportsperson won the first Paralympic gold medal for India?

  1. Devendra Jhajharia

  2. Murlikant Petkar

  3. Deepa Malik

  4. Girisha Nagarajegowda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Devendra Jhajharia, an Indian javelin thrower, won the first Paralympic gold medal for India at the 2004 Athens Paralympics.

Which Indian university offers a specialized program in sports management?

  1. Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad

  2. Symbiosis International University

  3. University of Mumbai

  4. Indian Institute of Technology Madras


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Symbiosis International University in Pune, Maharashtra, offers a specialized program in sports management, preparing students for careers in the sports industry.

Which Indian sportsperson is known as the 'Golden Girl of Indian Athletics'?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Anju Bobby George

  3. Shiny Wilson

  4. Kamaljit Sandhu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P.T. Usha, an Indian track and field athlete, is often referred to as the 'Golden Girl of Indian Athletics' due to her remarkable achievements and contributions to the sport.

Which Indian state is known for its contributions to archery?

  1. Jharkhand

  2. Manipur

  3. Assam

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jharkhand, particularly the city of Jamshedpur, is known for its contributions to archery and has produced several talented archers who have represented India at the international level.

Which Indian sportsperson won the first Asian Games gold medal for India?

  1. Milkha Singh

  2. Balbir Singh Sr.

  3. Leslie Claudius

  4. K.D. Jadhav


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Balbir Singh Sr., an Indian hockey player, won the first Asian Games gold medal for India in 1951.

Which Indian university offers a specialized program in sports science?

  1. University of Delhi

  2. University of Calcutta

  3. University of Mysore

  4. Guru Nanak Dev University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, Punjab, offers a specialized program in sports science, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific aspects of sports.

Which Indian sportsperson is known as the 'Sultan of Indian Hockey'?

  1. Dhyan Chand

  2. Balbir Singh Sr.

  3. Leslie Claudius

  4. Roop Singh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dhyan Chand, an Indian hockey player, is widely regarded as the 'Sultan of Indian Hockey' for his exceptional skills and contributions to the sport.

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