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Sports and Gender

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the relationship between sports and gender, particularly in the context of Indian sports culture and society.
Number of Questions: 15
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In India, which sport is traditionally considered to be a 'men's sport'?

  1. Hockey

  2. Cricket

  3. Kabaddi

  4. Volleyball

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cricket has historically been dominated by men in India, with women's cricket receiving less attention and support.

The first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal was:

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Karnam Malleswari

  3. Saina Nehwal

  4. Mary Kom

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Karnam Malleswari won a bronze medal in weightlifting at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal.

Which Indian sportswoman was honored with the Padma Shri award in 2019?

  1. Mithali Raj

  2. Hima Das

  3. Dipa Karmakar

  4. Vinesh Phogat

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mithali Raj, the captain of the Indian women's cricket team, was awarded the Padma Shri in 2019 for her outstanding contributions to cricket.

Which sport has seen a significant increase in female participation in recent years in India?

  1. Football

  2. Basketball

  3. Tennis

  4. Badminton

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Badminton has witnessed a surge in female participation in India, with players like Saina Nehwal and P.V. Sindhu inspiring young girls to take up the sport.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the Indian government to promote sports among women?

  1. Khelo India

  2. Fit India

  3. Sports for All

  4. Women in Sports

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khelo India initiative includes programs aimed at encouraging female participation in sports and providing support to women athletes.

Which Indian state has been at the forefront of promoting women's sports?

  1. Haryana

  2. Kerala

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Tamil Nadu

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haryana has been a pioneer in promoting women's sports, with a strong focus on developing infrastructure and providing opportunities for female athletes.

What is the name of the annual sporting event organized exclusively for women in India?

  1. Women's Premier League

  2. Indian Women's League

  3. Women's T20 Challenge

  4. Women's Hockey League

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Women's Premier League is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India, featuring teams from various cities across the country.

Which Indian sportswoman was appointed as the goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?

  1. Sanju Yadav

  2. Deepika Kumari

  3. Sakshi Malik

  4. Mirabai Chanu

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Deepika Kumari, an archer, was appointed as the UNDP goodwill ambassador in 2018 for her contributions to sports and her advocacy for gender equality.

What is the name of the Indian sports organization that works towards promoting gender equality in sports?

  1. Sports Authority of India

  2. Indian Olympic Association

  3. National Sports Federation

  4. Women in Sports India

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Women in Sports India is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting gender equality in sports and empowering women and girls through sports.

Which Indian sportswoman was featured on the cover of Time magazine in 2016?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Sania Mirza

  3. Dipa Karmakar

  4. Mary Kom

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dipa Karmakar, a gymnast, was featured on the cover of Time magazine in 2016 for her historic performance at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

What is the name of the Indian sportswoman who won the Arjuna Award in 2020 for her achievements in wrestling?

  1. Vinesh Phogat

  2. Sakshi Malik

  3. Geeta Phogat

  4. Babita Phogat

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vinesh Phogat, a wrestler, won the Arjuna Award in 2020 for her outstanding performances in international wrestling competitions.

Which Indian sportswoman was the first to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Anju Bobby George

  3. Seema Punia

  4. Krishna Poonia

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Anju Bobby George, a long jumper, won a bronze medal at the 2003 World Athletics Championships, becoming the first Indian woman to win a medal at the event.

What is the name of the Indian sportswoman who won the Padma Bhushan award in 2015?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Sania Mirza

  3. Mithali Raj

  4. Mary Kom

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P.T. Usha, a track and field athlete, was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2015 for her exceptional contributions to Indian sports.

Which Indian sportswoman was the first to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Anju Bobby George

  3. Seema Punia

  4. Krishna Poonia

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P.T. Usha won a gold medal in the 400-meter hurdles at the 1986 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the event.

What is the name of the Indian sportswoman who was the first to win a medal at the Asian Games?

  1. P.T. Usha

  2. Anju Bobby George

  3. Seema Punia

  4. Krishna Poonia

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P.T. Usha won a bronze medal in the 400-meter hurdles at the 1982 Asian Games, becoming the first Indian woman to win a medal at the event.

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