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Sports Media and Religion Representation in India

Description: This quiz focuses on the representation of religion in sports media in India. It explores how various religions are portrayed in sports coverage, the challenges faced by athletes and sports organizations in expressing their religious beliefs, and the impact of religion on sports culture in India.
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Which Indian sportsperson has been vocal about his Hindu faith and has often been seen performing religious rituals before matches?

  1. Virat Kohli

  2. Sachin Tendulkar

  3. MS Dhoni

  4. Sania Mirza


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Virat Kohli is known for his open expression of his Hindu faith. He often performs religious rituals such as touching the feet of elders and visiting temples before matches.

Which Indian sports organization has been criticized for its alleged bias towards Hindu athletes and for promoting a particular religious ideology?

  1. Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

  2. All India Football Federation (AIFF)

  3. Hockey India

  4. Indian Olympic Association (IOA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The BCCI has been accused of favoring Hindu athletes and promoting a Hindu nationalist ideology. This has led to allegations of discrimination against athletes from other religious backgrounds.

What is the name of the Sikh sports organization that works to promote Sikh values and culture in sports?

  1. Sikh Sports Federation

  2. Sikh Athletes Association

  3. Sikh Sporting Club

  4. Sikh Sports Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sikh Sports Federation is a non-profit organization that aims to promote Sikh values and culture in sports. It organizes sports events, provides coaching and training to Sikh athletes, and advocates for the inclusion of Sikhs in mainstream sports.

Which Indian sportsperson has been praised for her advocacy of gender equality and her efforts to break down religious barriers in sports?

  1. Sania Mirza

  2. P.T. Usha

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Mithali Raj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sania Mirza has been a vocal advocate for gender equality and has spoken out against religious discrimination in sports. She has also been praised for her efforts to promote interfaith dialogue and understanding.

What is the name of the Muslim sports organization that works to empower Muslim athletes and promote Islamic values in sports?

  1. Muslim Sports Federation

  2. Muslim Athletes Association

  3. Muslim Sporting Club

  4. Muslim Sports Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Muslim Sports Federation is a non-profit organization that aims to empower Muslim athletes and promote Islamic values in sports. It organizes sports events, provides coaching and training to Muslim athletes, and advocates for the inclusion of Muslims in mainstream sports.

Which Indian sportsperson has been criticized for his alleged support of a Hindu nationalist political party?

  1. Gautam Gambhir

  2. Yuvraj Singh

  3. Harbhajan Singh

  4. Virender Sehwag


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gautam Gambhir has been criticized for his alleged support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a Hindu nationalist political party. This has led to accusations that he is promoting a particular religious ideology and is using his platform as a sportsperson to influence political discourse.

What is the name of the Christian sports organization that works to provide spiritual support and guidance to Christian athletes?

  1. Christian Sports Federation

  2. Christian Athletes Association

  3. Christian Sporting Club

  4. Christian Sports Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Christian Sports Federation is a non-profit organization that aims to provide spiritual support and guidance to Christian athletes. It organizes sports events, provides coaching and training to Christian athletes, and advocates for the inclusion of Christians in mainstream sports.

Which Indian sportsperson has been praised for his efforts to promote peace and understanding between different religious communities through sports?

  1. Sachin Tendulkar

  2. Rahul Dravid

  3. Sourav Ganguly

  4. Anil Kumble


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sachin Tendulkar has been praised for his efforts to promote peace and understanding between different religious communities through sports. He has participated in interfaith sports events and has spoken out against religious discrimination in sports.

What is the name of the interfaith sports organization that works to promote dialogue and understanding between different religious communities through sports?

  1. Interfaith Sports Federation

  2. Interfaith Athletes Association

  3. Interfaith Sporting Club

  4. Interfaith Sports Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Interfaith Sports Federation is a non-profit organization that aims to promote dialogue and understanding between different religious communities through sports. It organizes sports events, provides coaching and training to athletes from different religious backgrounds, and advocates for the inclusion of all athletes in mainstream sports.

Which Indian sportsperson has been criticized for his alleged involvement in a religious conversion controversy?

  1. Mohammad Shami

  2. Ajinkya Rahane

  3. Cheteshwar Pujara

  4. Ravindra Jadeja


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohammad Shami has been criticized for his alleged involvement in a religious conversion controversy. He was accused of trying to convert his Hindu wife to Islam, which led to a public outcry and calls for his removal from the Indian cricket team.

What is the name of the government initiative that aims to promote sports among religious minorities in India?

  1. Sports for Minorities Scheme

  2. Minority Sports Development Scheme

  3. Sports for All Scheme

  4. Khelo India Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sports for Minorities Scheme is a government initiative that aims to promote sports among religious minorities in India. It provides financial assistance to minority athletes, organizes sports events for minority communities, and works to create a more inclusive sports environment.

Which Indian sportsperson has been praised for her efforts to promote women's empowerment and to challenge gender stereotypes in sports?

  1. Mithali Raj

  2. P.T. Usha

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Sania Mirza


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mithali Raj has been praised for her efforts to promote women's empowerment and to challenge gender stereotypes in sports. She has been a vocal advocate for equal opportunities for women in sports and has spoken out against discrimination and sexism.

What is the name of the sports event that brings together athletes from different religious backgrounds to compete in a spirit of unity and understanding?

  1. Unity Games

  2. Harmony Games

  3. Peace Games

  4. Friendship Games


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Unity Games is a sports event that brings together athletes from different religious backgrounds to compete in a spirit of unity and understanding. It aims to promote interfaith dialogue and cooperation, and to challenge stereotypes and prejudices.

Which Indian sportsperson has been criticized for his alleged involvement in a match-fixing scandal?

  1. Sreesanth

  2. Ajit Chandila

  3. Ankeet Chavan

  4. Harbhajan Singh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sreesanth has been criticized for his alleged involvement in a match-fixing scandal. He was accused of accepting money to deliberately bowl poorly in a match, which led to a ban from cricket and a public outcry.

What is the name of the sports organization that works to promote sportsmanship and ethical behavior in sports?

  1. Sportsmanship Federation

  2. Ethics in Sports Association

  3. Sportsmanship and Ethics Club

  4. Sportsmanship and Ethics Council


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sportsmanship and Ethics Council is a non-profit organization that works to promote sportsmanship and ethical behavior in sports. It organizes workshops and seminars on sportsmanship, provides resources and guidance to athletes and coaches, and advocates for a more ethical and fair sports environment.

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