Sports Journalism in India

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Who is considered the father of Indian sports journalism?

  1. B.B. Mama

  2. K.P. Mohan

  3. C.L.R. James

  4. Vijay Lokapally


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B.B. Mama is widely regarded as the father of Indian sports journalism. He was the first Indian to cover international sporting events and wrote extensively about sports in India.

Which Indian newspaper is known for its comprehensive coverage of sports?

  1. The Times of India

  2. The Hindu

  3. Hindustan Times

  4. The Indian Express


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Hindu is known for its in-depth and comprehensive coverage of sports. It has a dedicated sports section that provides news, analysis, and commentary on a wide range of sports.

Which Indian sports journalist has won the prestigious Padma Shri award?

  1. Vijay Lokapally

  2. Boria Majumdar

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally is an Indian sports journalist who has won the Padma Shri award, the fourth highest civilian award in India. He is known for his extensive coverage of Indian sports and his contributions to sports journalism.

Which Indian sports magazine is the oldest and most widely read?

  1. Sportstar

  2. InsideSport

  3. The Week

  4. Outlook


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sportstar is the oldest and most widely read sports magazine in India. It was founded in 1970 and covers a wide range of sports, including cricket, football, tennis, and badminton.

Which Indian sports channel is the most popular?

  1. Star Sports

  2. Sony ESPN

  3. Zee Sports

  4. Doordarshan Sports


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Star Sports is the most popular sports channel in India. It offers a wide range of sports programming, including live matches, highlights, and analysis.

Which Indian sports website is the most popular?

  1. ESPNcricinfo

  2. Cricbuzz

  3. Sportskeeda

  4. The Indian Express


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ESPNcricinfo is the most popular sports website in India. It provides comprehensive coverage of cricket, including live scores, news, analysis, and commentary.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his critical analysis of sports and his outspoken views?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Ayaz Memon

  3. Vijay Lokapally

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Boria Majumdar is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his critical analysis of sports and his outspoken views. He is a regular contributor to various sports publications and has also appeared on television and radio shows.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his in-depth knowledge of cricket and his insightful commentary?

  1. Harsha Bhogle

  2. Ravi Shastri

  3. Sunil Gavaskar

  4. Kapil Dev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harsha Bhogle is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his in-depth knowledge of cricket and his insightful commentary. He has covered numerous cricket matches and tournaments around the world and is considered one of the best cricket commentators in the world.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his humorous and entertaining writing style?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Boria Majumdar

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayaz Memon is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his humorous and entertaining writing style. He is a regular contributor to various sports publications and has also appeared on television and radio shows.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his investigative journalism and his expose of corruption in sports?

  1. Vijay Lokapally

  2. Boria Majumdar

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his investigative journalism and his expose of corruption in sports. He has written extensively about match-fixing, doping, and other forms of corruption in sports.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work in promoting sports among underprivileged children?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Ayaz Memon

  3. Vijay Lokapally

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Boria Majumdar is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his work in promoting sports among underprivileged children. He has founded several sports academies and has also organized numerous sports events for underprivileged children.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work in promoting women's sports?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Boria Majumdar

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayaz Memon is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his work in promoting women's sports. He has written extensively about women's sports and has also organized several sports events for women.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work in promoting sports for differently-abled people?

  1. Vijay Lokapally

  2. Boria Majumdar

  3. Ayaz Memon

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Lokapally is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his work in promoting sports for differently-abled people. He has written extensively about sports for differently-abled people and has also organized several sports events for them.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work in promoting sports in rural areas?

  1. Boria Majumdar

  2. Ayaz Memon

  3. Vijay Lokapally

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Boria Majumdar is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his work in promoting sports in rural areas. He has founded several sports academies in rural areas and has also organized numerous sports events for rural children.

Which Indian sports journalist is known for his work in promoting sports among tribal communities?

  1. Ayaz Memon

  2. Vijay Lokapally

  3. Boria Majumdar

  4. Rajdeep Sardesai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayaz Memon is an Indian sports journalist who is known for his work in promoting sports among tribal communities. He has written extensively about sports among tribal communities and has also organized several sports events for them.

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