Sports Competitions and Events in Rural Areas

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Which of the following is a traditional rural sport in India?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Cricket

  3. Football

  4. Hockey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kabaddi is a traditional rural sport in India that involves two teams trying to tag members of the opposing team while holding their breath.

What is the name of the annual rural sports competition held in India?

  1. Khelo India Games

  2. Rural Olympics

  3. National Games

  4. Commonwealth Games


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khelo India Games are an annual rural sports competition held in India to promote sports and fitness among rural youth.

Which state in India is known for its bullock cart races?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu is known for its bullock cart races, which are a popular rural sport in the state.

What is the name of the traditional boat race held in Kerala?

  1. Snake Boat Race

  2. Dragon Boat Race

  3. Canoe Race

  4. Kayak Race


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Snake Boat Race is a traditional boat race held in Kerala, India, during the Onam festival.

Which rural sport involves throwing a heavy stone or rock as far as possible?

  1. Shot Put

  2. Discus Throw

  3. Hammer Throw

  4. Stone Throw


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stone Throw is a rural sport that involves throwing a heavy stone or rock as far as possible.

What is the name of the traditional wrestling competition held in rural areas of India?

  1. Kushti

  2. Mallakhamb

  3. Gatka

  4. Kalaripayattu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kushti is a traditional wrestling competition held in rural areas of India.

Which rural sport involves running with a yoke carrying two buckets filled with water?

  1. Water Carrier Race

  2. Bucket Race

  3. Yoke Race

  4. Tug-of-War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Water Carrier Race is a rural sport that involves running with a yoke carrying two buckets filled with water.

What is the name of the traditional archery competition held in rural areas of India?

  1. Dhanush Yatra

  2. Teer Andaz

  3. Archery Contest

  4. Bow and Arrow Competition


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dhanush Yatra is a traditional archery competition held in rural areas of India.

Which rural sport involves climbing a greased pole to reach a flag at the top?

  1. Pole Climbing

  2. Flag Pole Race

  3. Greased Pole Climbing

  4. Tree Climbing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Greased Pole Climbing is a rural sport that involves climbing a greased pole to reach a flag at the top.

What is the name of the traditional tug-of-war competition held in rural areas of India?

  1. Tug-of-War

  2. Rope Pulling

  3. Team Tug-of-War

  4. Pulling Contest


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tug-of-War is a traditional tug-of-war competition held in rural areas of India.

Which rural sport involves balancing on a bamboo pole while performing various acrobatic tricks?

  1. Bamboo Pole Balancing

  2. Pole Acrobatics

  3. Bamboo Pole Gymnastics

  4. Balancing Act


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bamboo Pole Balancing is a rural sport that involves balancing on a bamboo pole while performing various acrobatic tricks.

What is the name of the traditional stilt walking competition held in rural areas of India?

  1. Stilt Walking

  2. ходули

  3. ходули

  4. ходули


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stilt Walking is a traditional stilt walking competition held in rural areas of India.

Which rural sport involves throwing a heavy log or stone over a bar?

  1. Log Throw

  2. Stone Throw

  3. Weight Throw

  4. Hammer Throw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Log Throw is a rural sport that involves throwing a heavy log or stone over a bar.

What is the name of the traditional foot race held in rural areas of India?

  1. Foot Race

  2. Running Race

  3. Sprint Race

  4. Marathon Race


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Foot Race is a traditional foot race held in rural areas of India.

Which rural sport involves jumping over a series of obstacles?

  1. Obstacle Course Race

  2. Hurdle Race

  3. Jumping Race

  4. Cross-Country Race


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Obstacle Course Race is a rural sport that involves jumping over a series of obstacles.

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