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SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q201. "Ankle hold", "Knee hold" are the term related to which of the following sports?

  1. (a) Basketball
  2. (b) Gymnastics
  3. (c) Swimming
  4. (d) Kabaddi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Kabaddi

Correct Answer: 4 (Kabaddi)
In the sport of Kabaddi, 'ankle hold' and 'knee hold' are specific tackling techniques used by defenders to stop the raider. The defenders grab the raider's ankle or knee to prevent them from returning to their half of the court. These terms are part of the official Kabaddi terminology.
Option 1 (Basketball) is incorrect - Basketball terminology includes dribble, layup, three-pointer, etc., not holds.
Option 2 (Gymnastics) is incorrect - Gymnastics uses terms like somersault, vault, beam, etc.
Option 3 (Swimming) is incorrect - Swimming uses terms like freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, etc.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q202. The term "Deep Extra Cover", "3rd Man" and "Fine leg" are related to which of the following sports?

  1. (a) Baseball
  2. (b) Basketball
  3. (c) Football
  4. (d) Cricket
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cricket

Correct Answer: 4 – Cricket.
Deep Extra Cover, 3rd Man, and Fine leg are all fielding positions used in Cricket. They denote specific locations on the cricket field where fielders are positioned to stop runs or take catches.
Baseball (Option 1) has positions like pitcher, catcher, first baseman, etc.
Basketball (Option 2) uses terms like point guard, shooting guard, centre , etc.
Football (Option 3) uses terms like striker, midfielder, goalkeeper, etc.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q203. India won _____ medals at Asian Games 1951.

  1. (a) 41
  2. (b) 45
  3. (c) 51
  4. (d) 55
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 51

Correct Answer: 3 – 51.
At the 1st Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1951, India won a total of 51 medals (15 Gold, 16 Silver, and 20 Bronze). India finished second in the overall medal tally after Japan.
Option 1 (41) and Option 2 (45) are incorrect.
Option 4 (55) is also incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q204. How many gold medals has India won in athletics till Paris Olympics 2024?

  1. (a) 1
  2. (b) 2
  3. (c) 3
  4. (d) 4
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1

Correct Answer: 1 – 1.
India has won only 1 gold medal in athletics at the Olympic Games. This was won by Neeraj Chopra in the Men's Javelin Throw event at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. At Paris Olympics 2024, Neeraj Chopra won a Silver medal. Therefore, the total gold medals in athletics till Paris Olympics 2024 remains 1.
Options 2 (2), 3 (3), and 4 (4) are incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 2 · Sports and famous players

Q205. Tajinderpal Singh Toor has won Asian Games gold medal twice in which sport?

  1. (a) Shot put
  2. (b) Long jump
  3. (c) Javelin throw
  4. (d) Weightlifting
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Shot put

Correct Answer: 1 – Shot put.
Tajinderpal Singh Toor is an Indian athlete who has won gold medals in the Shot put event at the Asian Games. He won gold at the 2018 Asian Games (Jakarta) with a new Asian record, and again at the 2022 Asian Games (Hangzhou). He is India's top shot put athlete.
Long jump (Option 2), Javelin throw (Option 3), and Weightlifting (Option 4) are not Tajinderpal Singh Toor's events.
SSC MTS 2025 – 9 February 2026 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q206. In Gymnastics, women have _____ apparatus used during competitions.

  1. (a) 2
  2. (b) 4
  3. (c) 6
  4. (d) 8
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 4

Correct Answer: 2 – 4.
In artistic gymnastics, women compete on 4 apparatus: (1) Vault, (2) Uneven Bars, (3) Balance Beam, and (4) Floor Exercise. Men compete on 6 apparatus (floor, pommel horse, rings, vault, parallel bars, horizontal bar).
Option 1 (2) is incorrect.
Option 3 (6) is the number of apparatus for men's artistic gymnastics.
Option 4 (8) is incorrect.
SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q207. The word "Popping" is related to which part of game of cricket?

  1. (a) Crease
  2. (b) Boundary
  3. (c) 30-yard circle
  4. (d) Bat
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Crease

Correct Answer: 1 (Crease)
In cricket, the 'Popping Crease' is the white line marked in front of the stumps. It is the line behind which a batsman must ground his bat or foot to be 'in' (safe from being run out or stumped). The popping crease is located 1.22 metres (4 feet) in front of the stumps.
Option 2 (Boundary) is incorrect - boundary refers to the edge of the cricket field.
Option 3 (30-yard circle) is incorrect - this is a fielding restriction circle used in limited-overs cricket.
Option 4 (Bat) is incorrect - 'popping' is associated with the crease, not the bat directly.
SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q208. Which of the following person in sports generally does NOT wear helmet as a protective gear?

  1. (a) A cricket wicket keeper
  2. (b) A hockey goalkeeper
  3. (c) A cricket bowler
  4. (d) A baseball catcher
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A cricket bowler

Correct Answer: 3 (A cricket bowler)
A cricket bowler does not wear a helmet while bowling. The helmet is a protective gear worn by batsmen and sometimes fielders at close-in positions (like short leg or silly point) to protect against fast balls.
Option 1 (Cricket wicket keeper) is incorrect - wicket keepers wear helmets, especially when standing up to fast bowlers.
Option 2 (Hockey goalkeeper) is incorrect - hockey goalkeepers wear helmets as part of their extensive protective gear.
Option 4 (Baseball catcher) is incorrect - baseball catchers wear a catcher's mask/helmet as standard protective equipment.
SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q209. Which of the following is a type of service in volleyball?
I. Jump and Serve
II. Floating service

  1. (a) Only I
  2. (b) Only II
  3. (c) Both I and II
  4. (d) Neither I nor II
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Both I and II

Correct Answer: 3 (Both I and II)
In volleyball, there are several types of services (serves):
- Jump Serve (Jump and Serve): The server tosses the ball high and jumps to hit it with great power and topspin. It is one of the most difficult and effective serves.
- Float Serve (Floating service): The ball is hit with minimal or no spin, causing it to move unpredictably in the air, making it difficult for the receiver.
Both Jump and Serve AND Floating service are valid and recognized types of service in volleyball.
Therefore, Both I and II is correct.
SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q210. According to the laws of table tennis, a player can win a game of table tennis by scoring _____ points (if there is no tie at 10-10).

  1. (a) 11
  2. (b) 9
  3. (c) 12
  4. (d) 15
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 11

Correct Answer: 1 (11)
According to the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rules, a game of table tennis is won by the player who first scores 11 points, provided there is a 2-point lead over the opponent. If the score reaches 10-10 (deuce), play continues until one player gains a 2-point advantage.
Note: Before 2001, a game was played to 21 points. The rule was changed to 11 points to make the game faster and more exciting.
Option 2 (9) is incorrect.
Option 3 (12) is incorrect - 12 points would only be possible during a deuce situation.
Option 4 (15) is incorrect.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 12 January 2026 Shift 2 · Football and hockey

Q211. In which year did the Indian women's hockey team first qualify for the Olympics?

  1. (a) 1980
  2. (b) 1984
  3. (c) 1992
  4. (d) 2000
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1980

1980 is correct. The Indian women's hockey team first participated in the Olympic Games at the 1980 Moscow Olympics — the first time women's field hockey was included as an Olympic event. India finished fourth in that inaugural women's hockey tournament at the Moscow Olympics.
• 1984: India did not participate in the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics due to India's boycott in solidarity with the Soviet Union's 1980 boycott. Also, 1984 was not the first qualification.
• 1992: By 1992, the Indian women's team had already participated in previous Olympics; 1992 was not their first appearance.
• 2000: India's women's hockey team qualified again for the 2000 Sydney Olympics after a long gap, but this was not their first qualification.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 12 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q212. Read the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) carefully.
Assertion (A): NADA functions under the Ministry of Education.
Reason (R): NADA regulates drug testing and anti-doping measures in Indian sports.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
  3. (c) A is true, but R is false.
  4. (d) A is false, but R is true.
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) A is false, but R is true.

A is false, but R is true is correct.
• Assertion (A) is FALSE: NADA (National Anti-Doping Agency) does NOT function under the Ministry of Education. NADA was established under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
• Reason (R) is TRUE: NADA is indeed responsible for regulating drug testing, conducting doping control, educating athletes about anti-doping rules, and implementing WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) standards in Indian sports.
Since A is false and R is true, the correct answer is option 4.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 10 January 2026 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q213. In which year did Goa win the bid to host the National Games but failed to conduct them due to infrastructure and administrative delays, pushing the event several years forward?

  1. (a) 2011
  2. (b) 2015
  3. (c) 2019
  4. (d) 2022
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 2015

Goa was awarded the 36th National Games in 2015 but repeatedly failed to conduct them due to severe infrastructure gaps and administrative delays. The games were postponed multiple times and were finally held in Goa in October-November 2023, nearly 8 years after the original allocation.
(1) 2011 was when the National Games were held in Jharkhand (34th edition).
(3) 2019 is incorrect; delays were already well underway by this time.
(4) 2022 was when the 36th National Games were held in Gujarat after Goa's repeated failures.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 10 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q214. Match the following sports federations in Column A with the correct sport in Column B. Choose the correct option.
[TABLE]
Column A: A. AIFF B. HI C. BFI | Column B: 1. Hockey 2. Football 3. Boxing
[/TABLE]

  1. (a) A-2, B-1, C-3
  2. (b) A-1, B-2, C-3
  3. (c) A-2, B-3, C-1
  4. (d) A-3, B-2, C-1
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) A-2, B-1, C-3

The correct matches are:
A. AIFF (All India Football Federation) — 2. Football
B. HI (Hockey India) — 1. Hockey
C. BFI (Boxing Federation of India) — 3. Boxing
Therefore, A-2, B-1, C-3 is the correct answer.
(2) A-1, B-2, C-3 is wrong as AIFF governs football, not hockey.
(3) A-2, B-3, C-1 is wrong as HI governs hockey, not boxing.
(4) A-3, B-2, C-1 is completely incorrect.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 10 January 2026 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q215. The Asian Games 2023 took place in which city and country?

  1. (a) Hangzhou, China
  2. (b) Tokyo, Japan
  3. (c) Jakarta, Indonesia
  4. (d) Doha, Qatar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Hangzhou, China

Hangzhou, China is correct. The 19th Asian Games were held in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, 2023 (originally scheduled for 2022 but postponed due to COVID-19). India had a historic performance, winning 107 medals (28 gold, 38 silver, 41 bronze).
• Tokyo, Japan: Tokyo hosted the 2020 Summer Olympics (held in 2021); the Asian Games have not been held there.
• Jakarta, Indonesia: Jakarta (with Palembang) hosted the 18th Asian Games in 2018.
• Doha, Qatar: Doha hosted the 15th Asian Games in 2006; it was not the host for the 2023 Games.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 9 January 2026 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q216. After a long hiatus, India resumed the National Games in 2022.
Which state hosted these games, and what was a key technological innovation introduced during the event?

  1. (a) Rajasthan – Athlete voting app
  2. (b) Karnataka – Digital scoring board
  3. (c) Gujarat – Real-time athlete tracking and live streaming
  4. (d) Tamil Nadu – AI-based training system
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Gujarat – Real-time athlete tracking and live streaming

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Gujarat – Real-time athlete tracking and live streaming
The 36th National Games 2022 were held in Gujarat (Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar) from September 27 to October 10, 2022. It was the first National Games held in India after a gap of 6 years (last held in Kerala in 2015). A key technological innovation introduced was real-time athlete tracking and live streaming of events, making the games more accessible to viewers across India and enhancing the sports experience.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Rajasthan – Athlete voting app): Rajasthan did not host the 2022 National Games.
Option 2 (Karnataka – Digital scoring board): Karnataka was not the host state for the 2022 National Games.
Option 4 (Tamil Nadu – AI-based training system): Tamil Nadu did not host the 2022 National Games.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 9 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q217. Match the following terms in Column A with the correct sport in Column B:
Column A (Term) | Column B (Sport)
A. Raid | 1. Wrestling
B. En Passant | 2. Kabaddi
C. Knockout | 3. Chess

  1. (a) A-2, B-3, C-1
  2. (b) A-1, B-2, C-3
  3. (c) A-3, B-1, C-2
  4. (d) A-2, B-1, C-3
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) A-2, B-3, C-1

Correct Answer: Option 1 – A-2, B-3, C-1
Raid (A) → Kabaddi (2):
A 'Raid' is the fundamental attacking move in Kabaddi, where a player from one team enters the opponent's half, tags opponents, and tries to return to their half on a single breath while chanting "Kabaddi, Kabaddi...".
En Passant (B) → Chess (3):
'En Passant' is a special pawn capture move in Chess . It occurs when a pawn advances two squares from its starting position and passes an opposing pawn's capture square — the opponent's pawn can capture it as if it had only moved one square.
Knockout (C) → Wrestling (1):
While 'Knockout' is more commonly associated with Boxing, in the context of Wrestling, a pinfall or technical knockout ends the match. In Indian traditional wrestling ( Kushti ), pinning the opponent's shoulders to the ground (a form of 'knockout') decides the winner.
Why other options are wrong:
Options 2, 3, 4: All have incorrect sport-term pairings.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 9 January 2026 Shift 2 · Football and hockey

Q218. Which city is known as the traditional hub of Indian football?

  1. (a) Mumbai
  2. (b) Kolkata
  3. (c) Chennai
  4. (d) Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Kolkata

Kolkata is traditionally known as the capital of Indian football, home to iconic clubs like Mohun Bagan AC, East Bengal FC, and Mohammedan SC. It also hosts the Durand Cup, one of the world's oldest football tournaments.
(1) Mumbai is better known for cricket.
(3) Chennai is primarily associated with cricket and kabaddi.
(4) Delhi is known mainly for field hockey and cricket.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 9 January 2026 Shift 2 · Football and hockey

Q219. Identify the state that won the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024?

  1. (a) Haryana
  2. (b) Punjab
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Haryana

Haryana won the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024. Haryana has a dominant tradition in women's field hockey at the national level.
(2) Punjab is a traditional hockey powerhouse but did not win this edition.
(3) Karnataka did not win this championship.
(4) Madhya Pradesh did not win this championship.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 9 January 2026 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q220. Which is true about the Khelo India Youth Games?

  1. (a) It promotes school and college-level talent.
  2. (b) It replaces the Asian Games.
  3. (c) Only elite athletes participate.
  4. (d) It is held once every decade.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) It promotes school and college-level talent.

The Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) was launched to identify and nurture grassroots sports talent at the school (Under-17) and college level (Under-21) across India.
(2) It does not replace the Asian Games, which is an international event by the Olympic Council of Asia.
(3) It is designed for grassroots and emerging youth talent, not only elite athletes.
(4) The KIYG is held annually, not once every decade.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q221. Which event promotes sports culture among youth in India?

  1. (a) Asian Games
  2. (b) Olympics
  3. (c) Khelo India Games
  4. (d) World Cup
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Khelo India Games

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Khelo India Games
The Khelo India Programme was launched by the Government of India to promote sports culture at the grassroots level among the youth of India. The Khelo India Games are held annually across multiple categories — Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG), Khelo India University Games (KIUG), and Khelo India Winter Games — to identify and nurture young sporting talent and encourage mass participation in sports across schools and universities in India.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Asian Games): The Asian Games is a continental multi-sport event for national teams, not specifically aimed at promoting youth sports culture within India.
Option 2 (Olympics): The Olympics is a global event for elite athletes — it does not specifically promote youth sports culture at the grassroots level in India.
Option 4 (World Cup): World Cups are sport-specific international tournaments, not India-focused youth development programmes .
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q222. Which of the following statements about India's medal achievements in wrestling at the Asian Games 2023 is accurate?

  1. (a) India secured gold medal only in women's freestyle wrestling.
  2. (b) India did not win any medals in the Greco-Roman wrestling category.
  3. (c) Indian wrestlers won medals in both men's and women's events.
  4. (d) Only male wrestlers represented India at the Games.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Indian wrestlers won medals in both men's and women's events.

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Indian wrestlers won medals in both men's and women's events
At the Asian Games 2023 (Hangzhou, China), Indian wrestlers performed exceptionally well, winning medals in both men's and women's categories across freestyle and Greco-Roman disciplines. India's wrestling contingent won gold medals in multiple events and had both male and female medal winners.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Gold only in women's freestyle): India won gold medals in multiple categories, not exclusively in women's freestyle.
Option 2 (No medals in Greco-Roman): India did win medals in Greco-Roman wrestling events at the 2023 Asian Games.
Option 4 (Only male wrestlers represented India): Female wrestlers also represented India and won medals at the 2023 Asian Games.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 2 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q223. What is the standard length of a football field?

  1. (a) 90-120 m
  2. (b) 50-70 m
  3. (c) 30-50 m
  4. (d) 120-150 m
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 90-120 m

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 90-120 m
According to FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) Laws of the Game, the standard dimensions of a football field are:
• Length (touch line): 90 to 120 metres
• Width (goal line): 45 to 90 metres
For international matches, the specifications are slightly stricter:
• Length: 100 to 110 metres
• Width: 64 to 75 metres
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (50-70 m): This falls below the minimum FIFA length of 90 metres .
Option 3 (30-50 m): Far too small — this would be a small-sided game pitch.
Option 4 (120-150 m): The maximum FIFA length is 120 m; 120-150 m exceeds the allowed range.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 2 · Football and hockey

Q224. Where were the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship held in 2024?

  1. (a) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
  2. (b) Ranchi, Jharkhand
  3. (c) Pune, Maharashtra
  4. (d) Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Pune, Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Pune, Maharashtra
The 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024 was held in Pune, Maharashtra. The tournament featured teams from across India competing for the national title in women's field hockey.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh): Bhopal was not the venue for this championship.
Option 2 (Ranchi, Jharkhand): Ranchi is a major hockey centre (associated with men's hockey), but was not the venue for this particular event in 2024.
Option 4 (Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh): Gwalior was not the venue for the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q225. Which of the following is true about the Fit India Movement?

  1. (a) It encourages everyday physical activity.
  2. (b) It only promotes diet plans.
  3. (c) It is a yoga-only campaign.
  4. (d) It began in 2010.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) It encourages everyday physical activity.

Correct Answer: Option 1 – It encourages everyday physical activity
The Fit India Movement was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 29 August 2019 (National Sports Day — the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand). It is a nationwide campaign to encourage Indians to incorporate physical fitness and sports activities into their daily lives. The movement promotes:
• Simple, everyday physical activities like walking, cycling, yoga, sports.
• Fitness awareness in schools, colleges, government offices, and communities.
• A holistic approach to health, not just diet or a single form of exercise.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (Only promotes diet plans): The Fit India Movement focuses on physical activity, not diet plans. Diet planning is a separate domain.
Option 3 (Yoga-only campaign): While yoga is one component, the movement encompasses all forms of physical activity — it is not yoga-only. The International Yoga Day (21 June) is a separate initiative.
Option 4 (Began in 2010): The Fit India Movement was launched in 2019, not 2010.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q226. Which sports body organized the 77th Senior National Aquatic Championships 2024?

  1. (a) Athletics Federation of India
  2. (b) All India Football Federation
  3. (c) Wrestling Federation of India
  4. (d) Swimming Federation of India
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Swimming Federation of India

Correct Answer: Option 4 – Swimming Federation of India
The 77th Senior National Aquatic Championships 2024 was organized by the Swimming Federation of India (SFI). The event was held in Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka, from 10th to 13th September 2024. The championship featured competitions in swimming, diving, water polo, and open water swimming events across various categories.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Athletics Federation of India): AFI organizes athletics (track and field) events, not aquatic championships.
Option 2 (All India Football Federation): AIFF governs football in India — not aquatic sports.
Option 3 (Wrestling Federation of India): WFI governs wrestling competitions — not swimming or aquatic events.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q227. Which of the following correctly describes NADA's role?

  1. (a) Handles anti-doping enforcement in India.
  2. (b) Trains athletes for the Olympics.
  3. (c) Organizes National Games.
  4. (d) Manages stadium infrastructure.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Handles anti-doping enforcement in India.

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Handles anti-doping enforcement in India
NADA stands for National Anti-Doping Agency of India. It was established in 2009 under the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) framework. NADA's key functions include:
• Conducting doping control tests (in-competition and out-of-competition) on Indian athletes
• Implementing the National Anti-Doping Rules
• Educating athletes, coaches, and support personnel about prohibited substances
• Adjudicating doping violation cases
• Coordinating with international anti-doping bodies (WADA, sports federations)
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (Trains athletes for Olympics): Olympic training is handled by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and individual sports federations — not NADA.
Option 3 (Organizes National Games): National Games are organized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in partnership with the host state — not NADA.
Option 4 (Manages stadium infrastructure): Stadium infrastructure is managed by SAI, state governments, and local bodies — not NADA.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 7 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q228. Which of the following is a team outdoor sport?

  1. (a) Chess
  2. (b) Basketball
  3. (c) Yoga
  4. (d) Shooting
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Basketball

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Basketball
Basketball is a team outdoor sport played between two teams of five players each on a rectangular court (can be played outdoors or indoors). It requires teamwork and is a widely recognised outdoor sport.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Chess): Chess is an individual indoor board game, not a team outdoor sport.
Option 3 (Yoga): Yoga is an individual physical and mental practice, not a team sport.
Option 4 (Shooting): Shooting is an individual sport (though team events exist), primarily an indoor or controlled-environment sport — not a typical outdoor team sport.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 7 January 2026 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q229. Which of the following statements is correct regarding India's first medal at the Asian Games 2023, which came in the sport of shooting?

  1. (a) Wrestling gave India its first medal.
  2. (b) Silver came in 10m air rifle team event.
  3. (c) India's first medal was in swimming.
  4. (d) India won only gold medals in wrestling.
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Silver came in 10m air rifle team event.

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Silver came in 10m air rifle team event.
At the Asian Games 2023 (held in Hangzhou, China), India's first medal came in shooting. The Indian men's team won a Silver medal in the 10m Air Rifle Team event. The team comprised Rudrankksh Patil, Divyansh Singh Panwar, and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Wrestling gave India its first medal): India's first medal at the 2023 Asian Games came in shooting, not wrestling.
Option 3 (First medal in swimming): India's first medal was in shooting, not swimming.
Option 4 (India won only gold medals in wrestling): This is factually incorrect; India won medals of various types across multiple sports.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 7 January 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q230. Which is accurate regarding India's chess ranking?

  1. (a) India is among the top global chess nations.
  2. (b) India never hosted a global chess event.
  3. (c) India has no grandmasters.
  4. (d) India ranks below 50 in FIDE.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) India is among the top global chess nations.

Correct Answer: Option 1 – India is among the top global chess nations
India is one of the strongest chess nations in the world. D. Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion in December 2024, defeating Ding Liren. India has produced numerous Grandmasters, including Viswanathan Anand (5-time World Champion), Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, and others. India won the Chess Olympiad Gold Medal in both the Open and Women's categories in 2024. India consistently ranks among the top nations in FIDE (International Chess Federation) rankings.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (India never hosted a global chess event): Incorrect. India has hosted major chess events including the Chess Olympiad 2022 in Chennai.
Option 3 (India has no grandmasters): Completely false. India has over 85 Grandmasters as of 2025, making it one of the countries with the most GMs in the world.
Option 4 (India ranks below 50 in FIDE): Incorrect. India ranks among the top nations in FIDE, not below 50.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · Olympic Games

Q231. The first modern Olympic Marathon in 1896 was run from:

  1. (a) Athens to Delphi
  2. (b) Olympia to Sparta
  3. (c) Marathon to Athens
  4. (d) Marathon to Corinth
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Marathon to Athens

The correct answer is (c) Marathon to Athens.
The first modern Olympic Marathon was run at the 1896 Athens Olympics from the town of Marathon to the Olympic Stadium in Athens — a distance of approximately 40 km (later standardized to 42.195 km). The route was chosen to commemorate the legendary run of the Greek soldier Pheidippides who is said to have run from Marathon to Athens to announce the Greek victory over the Persians in 490 BCE.
(a) Athens to Delphi: Delphi is northwest of Athens, not the direction associated with the Marathon run; the marathon was from Marathon (northeast of Athens) to Athens.
(b) Olympia to Sparta: This route does not correspond to the historical Marathon run; the 1896 marathon specifically ran from Marathon to Athens.
(d) Marathon to Corinth: Corinth is west of Athens; the historic and Olympic marathon route ends in Athens, not Corinth.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q232. The first Asian Games javelin throw gold medal (men) was won in 1951 by an athlete from:

  1. (a) Japan
  2. (b) India
  3. (c) Iran
  4. (d) Philippines
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Japan

The correct answer is (a) Japan.
At the 1st Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1951, the men's javelin throw gold medal was won by an athlete from Japan. Japan performed strongly in track and field events at the inaugural Asian Games.
(b) India: India won several gold medals at the 1951 Asian Games as the host nation, but the men's javelin gold went to Japan.
(c) Iran: Iran participated in the 1951 Asian Games but did not win the men's javelin gold.
(d) Philippines: Participated in the 1951 Asian Games but did not win the men's javelin gold.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports and famous players

Q233. Who was the first Indian woman to win the World Boxing Championship, achieving global recognition and inspiring the rise of women's boxing in India?

  1. (a) Sarita Devi
  2. (b) Lovlina Borgohain
  3. (c) Mary Kom
  4. (d) Jenny R.L.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Mary Kom

The correct answer is (c) Mary Kom.
M.C. Mary Kom (Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom) from Manipur became the first Indian woman to win the World Boxing Championship in 2002 (in Antalya, Turkey). She went on to win the world championship six times, making her the most successful women's boxer in the history of the World Amateur Boxing Championships.
(a) Sarita Devi: A talented boxer from Manipur who has won multiple Commonwealth Championship medals; but Mary Kom was the first Indian woman World Champion (2002) before Sarita's achievements.
(b) Lovlina Borgohain: Olympic bronze medalist at Tokyo 2020; distinguished boxer but came after Mary Kom.
(d) Jenny R.L.: A boxer who has competed internationally but is not known as the first World Champion.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · Football and hockey

Q234. Who won the men's Hockey World Cup in 2023, after a competitive final showcasing top-level performance and skills in international hockey?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) Belgium
  3. (c) Netherlands
  4. (d) Germany
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Germany

The correct answer is (d) Germany.
Germany won the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2023, defeating Belgium 5-4 in the final via a shoot-out (the match itself ended 3-3 after regulation) in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. It was Germany's record-extending 4th World Cup title. The tournament was co-hosted by Rourkela and Bhubaneswar.
(a) India: The host nation reached the quarterfinals but was eliminated; did not win the 2023 World Cup.
(b) Belgium: The 2023 World Cup runners-up; lost to Germany in the final shoot-out after a 3-3 draw.
(c) Netherlands: Participated but did not reach the final; not the 2023 World Cup winner.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q235. Where is the headquarters of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF), the organization responsible for governing and regulating international weightlifting competitions?

  1. (a) Lausanne, Switzerland
  2. (b) Budapest, Hungary
  3. (c) Vienna, Austria
  4. (d) Tokyo, Japan
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Lausanne, Switzerland

The correct answer is (a) Lausanne, Switzerland.
The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) relocated its headquarters from Budapest, Hungary to Lausanne, Switzerland in 2020-2021, following governance reforms and anti-doping issues. Lausanne is also home to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and many other international sports federations.
(b) Budapest, Hungary: Was the previous headquarters of IWF before the relocation to Lausanne; no longer the current HQ.
(c) Vienna, Austria: Home to several international organizations (like OPEC and IAEA) but not the current IWF headquarters.
(d) Tokyo, Japan: A major sports hub in Asia; not the IWF headquarters.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q236. A hockey match (FIH rules) consists of:

  1. (a) 2 halves of 35 minutes each
  2. (b) 4 quarters of 15 minutes each
  3. (c) 4 quarters of 12 minutes each
  4. (d) 2 halves of 30 minutes each
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 4 quarters of 15 minutes each

The correct answer is (b) 4 quarters of 15 minutes each.
According to FIH (International Hockey Federation) Rules of Hockey (revised 2015), a field hockey match consists of four quarters of 15 minutes each, with 2-minute breaks between quarters 1-2 and 3-4, and a 10-minute halftime interval between quarters 2-3. Total playing time is 60 minutes.
(a) 2 halves of 35 minutes each: The old format (pre-2015) was 2 halves of 35 minutes each (70 minutes total); this was changed to 4 quarters in 2015.
(c) 4 quarters of 12 minutes each: Not the FIH standard; 15-minute quarters are the rule.
(d) 2 halves of 30 minutes each: Not the FIH standard; the current format is four 15-minute quarters.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q237. The duration of a kabaddi match in senior men's competitions is:

  1. (a) 2 × 15 minutes (no break)
  2. (b) 2 × 20 minutes (5 min break)
  3. (c) 2 × 20 minutes (no break)
  4. (d) 3 × 15 minutes
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 2 × 20 minutes (5 min break)

The correct answer is (b) 2 × 20 minutes (5 min break).
In senior men's kabaddi competitions, as per the rules of the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) and Kabaddi World Cup, a match consists of two halves of 20 minutes each with a 5-minute break at halftime. Total playing time is 40 minutes plus the 5-minute interval.
(a) 2 × 15 minutes (no break): This is the format for junior men's and women's competitions; not senior men's.
(c) 2 × 20 minutes (no break): The halves are correct (20 minutes each) but there IS a 5-minute break at halftime.
(d) 3 × 15 minutes: Kabaddi matches are played in two halves, not three periods.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q238. The 2023 Senior National Basketball Championship for men provided a competitive platform. In which city was this championship held?

  1. (a) Ludhiana
  2. (b) Jalandhar
  3. (c) Amritsar
  4. (d) Patiala
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ludhiana

The correct answer is (a) Ludhiana.
The 2023 Senior National Basketball Championship for men was held in Ludhiana, Punjab. Ludhiana is a major sports hub in Punjab and has hosted several national-level sporting events.
(b) Jalandhar: Another Punjab city known for sports goods manufacturing; was not the venue for this championship.
(c) Amritsar: The holy city of the Sikhs; not the venue for the 2023 Senior National Basketball Championship.
(d) Patiala: Home to the National Institute of Sports (NIS); a major sports city but not the host of this particular championship.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Cricket

Q239. In T20 cricket, which tie-break method was replaced by the Super Over format to determine the winner of a match?

  1. (a) Replay match
  2. (b) Bowl-out
  3. (c) Golden ball
  4. (d) Boundary count rule
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Bowl-out

The correct answer is (b) Bowl-out.
The Bowl-out was the original tie-breaking method in limited-overs cricket where five players from each side would bowl at an unguarded wicket, and the team with more hits would win. The Super Over (also called One Over Eliminator) replaced the bowl-out method in T20 International cricket, introduced to provide a more exciting and fair tie-breaking mechanism.
(a) Replay match: Playing the entire match again is not a standard tie-breaking mechanism; not what Super Over replaced.
(c) Golden ball: Not a recognized cricket tie-breaking method; this term is used in some football formats.
(d) Boundary count rule: A secondary tie-breaker in some knockout matches when Super Overs are also tied; it was not the primary method replaced by Super Over.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q240. Which sport uses a device called a "cue" to strike balls, requiring precision and control to score points during competition?

  1. (a) Squash
  2. (b) Snooker
  3. (c) Fencing
  4. (d) Baseball
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Snooker

The correct answer is (b) Snooker.
Snooker is a cue sport played on a large baize-covered table, where players use a long tapered cue stick to strike a white cue ball to pot colored balls into pockets. The sport requires extreme precision, positional play, and tactical control. India's Pankaj Advani is a noted snooker player.
(a) Squash: Uses a racket (not a cue) to strike a rubber ball against walls in an enclosed court.
(c) Fencing: A combat sport using a sword/foil/epee/saber; no cue is involved.
(d) Baseball: Uses a bat to strike a ball thrown by a pitcher; no cue is involved.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q241. In which year was the International Olympic Committee (IOC) founded by Pierre de Coubertin to revive the Olympic Games and establish global governance for sports?

  1. (a) 1894
  2. (b) 1900
  3. (c) 1896
  4. (d) 1904
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1894

The correct answer is (a) 1894.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) was founded on June 23, 1894, at the Sorbonne Congress in Paris, France, by Pierre de Coubertin. The IOC was established to revive the ancient Olympic Games and create an international body to govern them. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece, in 1896 — two years after the IOC was founded.
(b) 1900: The year of the second modern Olympic Games (Paris); not the IOC founding year.
(c) 1896: The year of the first modern Olympic Games (Athens); not the IOC founding year (which was 1894).
(d) 1904: The year of the third modern Olympic Games (St. Louis); not the IOC founding year.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q242. The first Commonwealth Games athletics events were held in which city (1930)?

  1. (a) Sydney
  2. (b) Hamilton
  3. (c) London
  4. (d) Toronto
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Hamilton

The correct answer is (b) Hamilton.
The first British Empire Games (now known as the Commonwealth Games) were held in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, in August 1930. They featured 400 athletes from 11 nations competing in 6 sports including athletics, swimming, boxing, rowing, lawn bowls, and wrestling.
(a) Sydney: Sydney hosted the Commonwealth Games in 1938 (British Empire Games); not the first games in 1930.
(c) London: London has hosted the Commonwealth Games in 1934 and 2022; not the first games of 1930.
(d) Toronto: Toronto has never hosted the Commonwealth Games; the first games were in Hamilton, a different Ontario city.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q243. India won its first Commonwealth Games medal in javelin in which year?

  1. (a) 1958
  2. (b) 1970
  3. (c) 1978
  4. (d) 2018
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 2018

The correct answer is (d) 2018.
Neeraj Chopra won India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in javelin throw at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games (Australia), with a throw of 86.47 metres. This historic achievement marked India's first medal in javelin at the CWG.
(a) 1958: India's participation in these early Commonwealth Games was limited; no javelin medal was won in 1958.
(b) 1970: India did not win a javelin medal at the 1970 Edinburgh Commonwealth Games.
(c) 1978: India did not win a javelin medal at the 1978 Edmonton Commonwealth Games; the first javelin medal came only in 2018.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q244. When did India win its first-ever medal in Men's Table Tennis at the Asian Games, marking a historic achievement for the country in this sport?

  1. (a) 2010
  2. (b) 2014
  3. (c) 2018
  4. (d) 2022
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2018

The correct answer is (c) 2018.
India won its first-ever Asian Games medal in Men's Table Tennis (Team event) at the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta and Palembang, Indonesia. The Indian team (comprising Achanta Sharath Kamal, G. Sathiyan, Harmeet Desai, and Anthony Amalraj) won a historic bronze medal, marking a landmark achievement for Indian table tennis.
(a) 2010: The 2010 Asian Games were held in Guangzhou, China; India did not win a medal in Men's Table Tennis.
(b) 2014: The 2014 Asian Games were held in Incheon, South Korea; India did not win a Men's Table Tennis medal.
(d) 2022: The 2022 Asian Games were held in Hangzhou, China (in 2023 due to COVID delay); while India had a strong performance, the first medal came in 2018.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 3 · Football and hockey

Q245. In football, when was the "Golden Goal" rule, which ended a match immediately after a goal in extra time, officially abolished by governing bodies?

  1. (a) 2004
  2. (b) 2005
  3. (c) 2006
  4. (d) 2007
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 2004

The correct answer is (a) 2004.
The Golden Goal rule (also called 'sudden death' extra time) was officially abolished by FIFA/IFAB (International Football Association Board) in 2004. The rule, introduced in 1993, stated that a goal scored in extra time immediately ended the match. It was used at the 1996 Euro (Germany won the final with a Golden Goal) and 2000 Euro, but proved unpopular as it made teams defensive. FIFA officially abolished it before the 2004 European Championship (Euro 2004).
(b) 2005: The Golden Goal rule was already abolished in 2004; not 2005.
(c) 2006: The 2006 FIFA World Cup was played without the Golden Goal rule (already abolished in 2004).
(d) 2007: Incorrect; the abolition occurred in 2004.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q246. The 1958 National Games aimed at promoting athletics and sports nationwide. Which city hosted the 1958 edition of these games?

  1. (a) Madras
  2. (b) Ahmednagar
  3. (c) Bombay
  4. (d) Cuttack
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cuttack

The correct answer is (d) Cuttack.
The 1958 National Games were hosted by Cuttack, Odisha. Cuttack, the historic 'Silver City' of Odisha, has long been an important centre for sports in the region.
(a) Madras (Chennai): Did not host the 1958 National Games.
(b) Ahmednagar: Did not host the 1958 National Games.
(c) Bombay (Mumbai): Did not host the 1958 National Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q247. The 1966 National Games aimed at national sports promotion across multiple disciplines. Which city hosted the games in 1966?

  1. (a) Bangalore
  2. (b) Guwahati
  3. (c) Jalandhar
  4. (d) Indore
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Bangalore

The correct answer is (a) Bangalore.
The 1966 National Games were hosted by Bangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka.
(b) Guwahati: Did not host the 1966 National Games.
(c) Jalandhar: Did not host the 1966 National Games.
(d) Indore: Did not host the 1966 National Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 1 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q248. During a standard Olympic triathlon, what is the official distance of the swim portion that athletes must complete before the cycling and running segments?

  1. (a) 500 m
  2. (b) 750 m
  3. (c) 1.5 km
  4. (d) 2 km
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1.5 km

The correct answer is (c) 1.5 km.
The standard Olympic triathlon consists of: Swim — 1.5 km (1500 m), Cycling — 40 km, Running — 10 km. The total distance is 51.5 km. The 1.5 km swim has been the standard since triathlon debuted at the Sydney 2000 Olympics.
(a) 500 m: This is the swim distance for a Super Sprint triathlon, not the standard Olympic triathlon.
(b) 750 m: This is the swim distance for a Sprint triathlon, not Olympic.
(d) 2 km: Not a standard triathlon swim distance in the Olympic format.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 1 · Olympic Games

Q249. The Youth Olympic Games (YOG), designed for young athletes, were first held in which city, marking the inaugural edition of this international event?

  1. (a) Beijing
  2. (b) Singapore
  3. (c) Lausanne
  4. (d) Buenos Aires
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Singapore

The correct answer is (b) Singapore.
The inaugural Youth Olympic Games (YOG) were held in Singapore from August 14-26, 2010. The YOG is an international multi-sport event organized by the IOC for athletes aged 14-18 years, held every four years.
(a) Beijing: Hosted the 2008 Summer Olympics; not the first YOG.
(c) Lausanne: IOC headquarters; hosted the 3rd Winter Youth Olympic Games in 2020.
(d) Buenos Aires: Hosted the 3rd Summer Youth Olympic Games in 2018; not the inaugural edition.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 2 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q250. Which biomechanical principle is MOST critical for maximizing javelin release distance?

  1. (a) High shoulder mobility
  2. (b) Optimal angle of release combined with high release velocity
  3. (c) Wide grip on the javelin
  4. (d) Maximizing run-up speed alone
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Optimal angle of release combined with high release velocity

The correct answer is (b) Optimal angle of release combined with high release velocity.
In javelin throw biomechanics, the release distance is primarily determined by: (1) release velocity (the greater the velocity, the farther it flies), and (2) optimal release angle (approximately 30-36° for maximum range considering javelin aerodynamics). The combination of these two factors is most critical.
(a) High shoulder mobility: Important for technique but not the most critical factor for maximizing distance.
(c) Wide grip on the javelin: Grip affects control and power transfer but is not the most critical biomechanical principle.
(d) Maximizing run-up speed alone: Run-up contributes to velocity but the angle of release is also essential; run-up speed alone cannot maximize distance without the optimal release angle.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q251. The first-ever World Athletics Championships javelin event (men) took place in 1983 in:

  1. (a) Tokyo
  2. (b) Helsinki
  3. (c) Rome
  4. (d) Athens
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Helsinki

The correct answer is (b) Helsinki.
The inaugural World Athletics Championships were held in Helsinki, Finland from August 7-14, 1983. Daley Thompson of Great Britain won the decathlon and Detlef Michel of East Germany won the men's javelin event at this historic first edition.
(a) Tokyo: The 2023 World Athletics Championships were held in Budapest; Tokyo hosted the 1991 edition.
(c) Rome: The 1987 World Athletics Championships were held in Rome; not the 1983 inaugural edition.
(d) Athens: The 1997 World Athletics Championships were held in Athens; not the 1983 inaugural edition.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q252. The first-ever Youth Olympic Games were held in 2010 in:

  1. (a) Athens, Greece
  2. (b) Singapore
  3. (c) Sydney, Australia
  4. (d) Buenos Aires, Argentina
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Singapore

The correct answer is (b) Singapore.
The inaugural Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) were held in Singapore from August 14-26, 2010. The IOC created the Youth Olympic Games to engage athletes aged 14-18. Singapore hosted this historic first edition with 3,531 athletes from 204 countries competing.
(a) Athens, Greece: Athens hosted the 2004 Summer Olympics; not the first Youth Olympic Games.
(c) Sydney, Australia: Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics; not the first Youth Olympic Games.
(d) Buenos Aires, Argentina: Hosted the 3rd Summer Youth Olympic Games in 2018; not the inaugural edition.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q253. The inaugural National Yogasana Championships in 2021 aimed to promote yoga as a competitive sport. Which city hosted this first edition of the championship?

  1. (a) Bhubaneswar
  2. (b) Ahmedabad
  3. (c) Haridwar
  4. (d) Surat
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Bhubaneswar

The correct answer is (a) Bhubaneswar.
The inaugural National Yogasana Sports Championship was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha in 2021. The championship was organized to promote yoga as a competitive sport and was supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Yogasana Sports Federation of India.
(b) Ahmedabad: Not the host city of the inaugural National Yogasana Sports Championship.
(c) Haridwar: A major centre for yoga and spirituality; however, the inaugural championship was held in Bhubaneswar.
(d) Surat: Not the host city of the inaugural National Yogasana Sports Championship.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q254. How often does the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) update its Prohibited List to include new performance-enhancing substances and ensure fairness in sports?

  1. (a) Every year
  2. (b) Every two years
  3. (c) Every four years
  4. (d) Only during Olympics
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Every year

The correct answer is (a) Every year.
WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) updates its Prohibited List annually. The updated list comes into effect on January 1 of each year. This annual update ensures that newly developed performance-enhancing substances, methods, and masking agents are promptly added to keep sports fair and protect athlete health.
(b) Every two years: WADA updates its Prohibited List every year, not every two years.
(c) Every four years: A four-year cycle would leave too much time for doping without regulation; WADA updates annually.
(d) Only during Olympics: The Prohibited List is updated every year regardless of whether it is an Olympic year.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 3 · Olympic Games

Q255. Women's wrestling was first included in the Olympic Games in:

  1. (a) 1996 Atlanta
  2. (b) 2000 Sydney
  3. (c) 2004 Athens
  4. (d) 2008 Beijing
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2004 Athens

The correct answer is (c) 2004 Athens.
Women's wrestling (freestyle) was first included in the Olympic Games at Athens 2004, Greece. It debuted with four weight categories. India's Alka Tomar was among the participants. Before 2004, only men's wrestling was part of the Olympics.
(a) 1996 Atlanta: Women's wrestling was not part of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
(b) 2000 Sydney: Women's wrestling was not yet included in the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
(d) 2008 Beijing: Women's wrestling had already been included in Athens 2004; Beijing 2008 was the second Olympics with women's wrestling.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q256. The maximum length of a hockey stick allowed by FIH rules is:

  1. (a) 105 cm
  2. (b) 103 cm
  3. (c) 110 cm
  4. (d) 120 cm
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 105 cm

The correct answer is (a) 105 cm.
According to the Rules of Hockey set by the International Hockey Federation (FIH), the maximum permitted length of a field hockey stick is 105 cm (approximately 41.3 inches). The stick must also weigh between 340 g and 790 g.
(b) 103 cm: Not the FIH-prescribed maximum length for hockey sticks.
(c) 110 cm: Exceeds the FIH-prescribed maximum of 105 cm; not permitted.
(d) 120 cm: Well above the maximum permitted length; not FIH-compliant.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q257. The "Queen's Gambit Declined" is an opening strategy in which sport, emphasizing central control and a solid positional approach?

  1. (a) Chess
  2. (b) Table Tennis
  3. (c) Badminton
  4. (d) Volleyball
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Chess

The correct answer is (a) Chess.
The 'Queen's Gambit Declined' (QGD) is one of the most classical and popular opening strategies in Chess . It arises after the moves 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6, where Black declines White's gambit pawn offer (c4 pawn) and instead builds a solid, positional defense. It is renowned for emphasis on central control and long-term strategic play.
(b) Table Tennis: Uses terms like 'serve,' 'rally,' 'backhand,' 'topspin'; no concept of 'gambit' or 'opening theory' as in chess.
(c) Badminton: Uses terms like 'smash,' 'net shot,' 'clear'; no strategic 'openings' as in chess.
(d) Volleyball: Uses terms like 'spike,' 'block,' 'set'; no opening strategy nomenclature like chess.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q258. All India Senior National Shooting Championship is conducted by which governing body for shooting sports in India?

  1. (a) National Rifle Association of India
  2. (b) Indian Olympic Association
  3. (c) Sports Authority of India
  4. (d) National Anti-Doping Agency
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) National Rifle Association of India

The correct answer is (a) National Rifle Association of India.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), founded in 1951, is the national governing body for shooting sports in India. It is affiliated with the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) and the Indian Olympic Association. NRAI organizes the All India Senior National Shooting Championship and selects athletes for international competitions.
(b) Indian Olympic Association: The umbrella body for all Olympic sports in India; does not directly conduct shooting championships.
(c) Sports Authority of India: A government body responsible for infrastructure and elite athlete training; does not conduct sport-specific national championships.
(d) National Anti-Doping Agency: Manages doping control and testing for Indian athletes; does not conduct shooting championships.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q259. Which athlete has won the most Olympic gold medals of all time?

  1. (a) Usain Bolt
  2. (b) Michael Phelps
  3. (c) Carl Lewis
  4. (d) Mark Spitz
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Michael Phelps

Michael Phelps of the United States is the most decorated Olympian in history, with 23 gold medals and 28 total medals, all won in swimming across four Olympic Games (2000–2016).
(a) Incorrect: Usain Bolt won 9 Olympic gold medals in sprint events but has fewer than Phelps.
(c) Incorrect: Carl Lewis won 9 Olympic gold medals in track and field events.
(d) Incorrect: Mark Spitz won 9 Olympic gold medals in swimming at the 1968 and 1972 Olympics.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q260. Where were the 2023 Khelo India Para Games held?

  1. (a) Mumbai
  2. (b) Chennai
  3. (c) New Delhi
  4. (d) Bengaluru
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) New Delhi

The 2023 Khelo India Para Games were held in New Delhi, providing a national platform for para athletes from across India to showcase their talent and compete at a high level.
(a) Incorrect: Mumbai did not host the 2023 Khelo India Para Games.
(b) Incorrect: Chennai did not host the 2023 Khelo India Para Games.
(d) Incorrect: Bengaluru did not host the 2023 Khelo India Para Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · National championships - venues and winners

Q261. In which city were the 1970 National Games of India held?

  1. (a) Mumbai
  2. (b) Kolkata
  3. (c) Ernakulam
  4. (d) Cuttack
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cuttack

The 1970 National Games of India were held in Cuttack, Odisha. Cuttack is one of the oldest cities in Odisha and has historically been an important centre for sports.
(a) Incorrect: Mumbai did not host the 1970 National Games.
(b) Incorrect: Kolkata did not host the 1970 National Games.
(c) Incorrect: Ernakulam (Kochi), Kerala did not host the 1970 National Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q262. Which city hosted the 2024 National Kabaddi Championship?

  1. (a) Pune
  2. (b) Ahmednagar
  3. (c) Mumbai
  4. (d) Jaipur
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Ahmednagar

The 2024 National Kabaddi Championship was held in Ahmednagar (now officially renamed Ahilyanagar ), Maharashtra.
(a) Incorrect: Pune did not host the 2024 National Kabaddi Championship.
(c) Incorrect: Mumbai did not host the 2024 National Kabaddi Championship.
(d) Incorrect: Jaipur did not host the 2024 National Kabaddi Championship.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · Trophies and cups

Q263. The Beighton Cup is associated with which sport?

  1. (a) Shooting
  2. (b) Hockey
  3. (c) Cricket
  4. (d) Football
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Hockey

The Beighton Cup is one of the oldest and most prestigious hockey tournaments in India, established in 1895 in Kolkata. It is named after R.H. Beighton, an English administrative official.
(a) Incorrect: The Beighton Cup is associated with hockey, not shooting.
(c) Incorrect: Cricket has different tournaments; the Beighton Cup is not associated with cricket.
(d) Incorrect: Football has different tournaments; the Durand Cup and Subroto Cup are football tournaments.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 4 January 2026 Shift 2 · Trophies and cups

Q264. The Subroto Cup is associated with which sport?

  1. (a) Table Tennis
  2. (b) Hockey
  3. (c) Football
  4. (d) Volleyball
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Football

The Subroto Cup is a prestigious international football tournament for school children, organized by the Air Force Sports Control Board (AFSC). It is one of the oldest and most widely participated football tournaments in Asia, named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee.
(a) Incorrect: The Subroto Cup is associated with football, not Table Tennis.
(b) Incorrect: The Beighton Cup is the famous hockey tournament, not the Subroto Cup.
(d) Incorrect: The Subroto Cup is not associated with volleyball.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 2 · National championships - venues and winners

Q265. The first modern National Games in India, introducing Olympic-style multi-sport competition, were organized in which location in 1985?

  1. (a) New Delhi
  2. (b) Thiruvananthapuram
  3. (c) Pune
  4. (d) Kolkata
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) New Delhi

The first edition of the modern National Games of India (revived format modelled on the Olympics) was held in New Delhi in 1985. The National Games serve as India's premier multi-sport national event, bringing together athletes from all states and union territories.
(a) Incorrect: Thiruvananthapuram hosted later editions of the National Games; it was not the venue for the first 1985 edition.
(b) Incorrect: Pune has hosted National Games in later years; it was not where the first modern National Games were held.
(c) Incorrect: Kolkata hosted the National Games earlier (in the pre-modern format); the revived modern format National Games began in New Delhi in 1985.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 2 · National championships - venues and winners

Q266. The opening ceremony of the 2011 edition of the National Games marked the start of the event across multiple sports disciplines. Which venue hosted this opening ceremony?

  1. (a) Kalinga Stadium
  2. (b) Birsa Munda Stadium
  3. (c) Salt Lake Stadium
  4. (d) JLN Stadium
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Birsa Munda Stadium

The 34th National Games (2011) were held in Jharkhand, and the opening ceremony took place at Birsa Munda Stadium (now known as Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium) in Ranchi, the state capital. It was the first time Jharkhand hosted the National Games after becoming a separate state in 2000.
(a) Incorrect: Kalinga Stadium is located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, not Jharkhand; it was not the venue for the 2011 National Games opening.
(b) Incorrect: Salt Lake Stadium (Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan) is in Kolkata, West Bengal; it was not the 2011 National Games opening venue.
(c) Incorrect: JLN Stadium (Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium) is in New Delhi; it hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games, not the 2011 National Games opening.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q267. The 1954 National Games involved multiple sporting events to enhance competitive athletics nationwide. Which city hosted these games in 1954?

  1. (a) Calcutta
  2. (b) New Delhi
  3. (c) Bombay
  4. (d) Madras
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) New Delhi

The 1954 National Games of India were hosted in New Delhi. The National Games feature multiple sports disciplines to promote competitive athletics and sporting excellence across India.
(a) Incorrect: Calcutta hosted National Games in other years but not in 1954.
(b) Incorrect: Bombay (now Mumbai) is associated with different editions of the National Games.
(c) Incorrect: Madras (now Chennai) hosted National Games in different years.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q268. The 1956 National Games featured several sporting competitions to develop national athletics. Which city hosted the games in 1956?

  1. (a) Jabalpur
  2. (b) Thane
  3. (c) Patiala
  4. (d) Calcutta
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Patiala

The 1956 National Games of India were hosted in Patiala, Punjab. Patiala has a rich sporting tradition and is home to the National Institute of Sports (NIS), India's premier sports training institution.
(a) Incorrect: Jabalpur hosted National Games in a different year, not 1956.
(b) Incorrect: Thane is not associated with hosting the 1956 National Games.
(c) Incorrect: Calcutta hosted National Games in other editions but not the 1956 edition.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q269. What is the official weight of a men's shot put used in competitive events under international regulations?

  1. (a) 5 kg
  2. (b) 6 kg
  3. (c) 7.26 kg
  4. (d) 8 kg
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 7.26 kg

Under World Athletics (formerly IAAF) regulations, the official weight of the shot put for men's competitive events is 7.26 kg (16 pounds). For women's events, the weight is 4 kg.
(a) Incorrect: 5 kg is the weight used for some youth/junior competitions, not senior men's official events.
(b) Incorrect: 6 kg is used in some age-group categories but not the official weight for senior men's shot put.
(c) Incorrect: 8 kg exceeds the official weight; the standard men's shot put weighs 7.26 kg.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q270. In baseball, how many strikes result in an out for the batter, following standard rules of the sport during an innings?

  1. (a) 2
  2. (b) 3
  3. (c) 4
  4. (d) 5
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 3

In baseball, a batter is called out after receiving three strikes (three missed or failed swing attempts, or pitches in the strike zone that are not swung at). This rule is fundamental to the sport and enforced in standard international baseball rules.
(a) Incorrect: 2 strikes do not result in an out; the batter gets three chances before being called out.
(b) Incorrect: 4 balls (not strikes) result in a walk (base on balls), not an out. 4 strikes is not the rule.
(c) Incorrect: 5 strikes is not a rule in baseball; the standard number of strikes for an out is always 3.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 2 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q271. Which Indian athlete became the first Asian to win gold in the javelin throw at the World Athletics Championships?

  1. (a) Neeraj Chopra
  2. (b) Arshad Nadeem
  3. (c) Keshorn Walcott
  4. (d) Julius Yego
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra became the first Asian to win gold in the javelin throw at the World Athletics Championships, achieving this milestone at the Budapest World Championships in 2023 with a throw of 88.17 metres .
(a) Incorrect: Arshad Nadeem is a Pakistani javelin champion who won gold at Paris Olympics 2024 but is not the first Asian World Athletics Championship gold medallist in javelin.
(b) Incorrect: Keshorn Walcott is from Trinidad and Tobago (not Asia) and won the Olympic javelin gold in 2012.
(c) Incorrect: Julius Yego is from Kenya, Africa, and won World Athletics Championship gold in javelin in 2015, but is not Asian.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 2 January 2026 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q272. The 2001 National Games featured multiple sports competitions across various venues. Which state hosted the National Games in 2001?

  1. (a) Manipur
  2. (b) Tripura
  3. (c) Punjab
  4. (d) Goa
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Punjab

The National Games of India in 2001 were hosted by Punjab, with competitions held across various venues in the state. The National Games are a multi-sport event held across different Indian states on rotation.
(a) Incorrect: Manipur hosted an earlier edition of the National Games (29th edition, 1999); it did not host the 2001 edition.
(b) Incorrect: Tripura has not hosted the National Games in 2001.
(c) Incorrect: Goa hosted the 36th National Games in 2023; it was not the host for the 2001 edition.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 2 January 2026 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q273. Which of the following is not included in artistic gymnastics competitions, being a separate Olympic discipline?

  1. (a) Vault
  2. (b) Floor exercise
  3. (c) Rings
  4. (d) Trampoline
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Trampoline

Trampoline gymnastics is a separate and independent Olympic discipline, not part of artistic gymnastics. It was included as a distinct Olympic event starting from the Sydney 2000 Olympics. Vault, Floor exercise, and Rings are all standard events within artistic gymnastics.
(a) Incorrect: Vault IS a core apparatus event in artistic gymnastics, performed by both men and women.
(b) Incorrect: Floor exercise IS a core event in artistic gymnastics for both men (without music) and women (with music).
(c) Incorrect: Rings (still rings) IS a men's apparatus event in artistic gymnastics, testing strength and stability.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 2 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports terminology

Q274. In fencing, a 'Riposte' refers to which action following a successful defensive parry to regain priority and attempt to score?

  1. (a) First attack
  2. (b) Defence followed by counterattack
  3. (c) Penalty
  4. (d) Sudden-death point
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Defence followed by counterattack

In fencing, a Riposte is an offensive action made immediately after successfully parrying (deflecting) an opponent's attack. The fencer first defends (parry) and then immediately launches a counterattack (riposte) to score a point, combining defence with an offensive response.
(a) Incorrect: A 'First attack' or 'attack' in fencing refers to the initial offensive action, not a counteraction following a parry.
(b) Incorrect: A 'Penalty' in fencing is awarded for rule violations such as stepping off the piste or unsportsmanlike behaviour — it is not a fencing technique.
(c) Incorrect: 'Sudden-death point' is related to match formats in some sports; it is not a specific fencing technique or action.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 2 January 2026 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q275. The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) was established to promote and regulate table tennis worldwide. In which year was this organization founded?

  1. (a) 1926
  2. (b) 1932
  3. (c) 1945
  4. (d) 1950
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1926

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) was founded on 15 January 1926 in Berlin, Germany. Representatives from England, Sweden, Hungary, Germany, Austria, Czechoslovakia, India, Denmark, and Wales established the ITTF to govern and promote table tennis globally.
(a) Incorrect: ITTF was not founded in 1932; it was established earlier in 1926.
(b) Incorrect: ITTF was not founded in 1945; 1945 marks the end of World War II, by which time ITTF had already been functioning for nearly two decades.
(c) Incorrect: ITTF was not founded in 1950; it had already been operational for 24 years by that time.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q276. How many times has India finished second in the Commonwealth Games medal table?

  1. (a) One
  2. (b) Two
  3. (c) Three
  4. (d) Four
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) One

India has finished second in the Commonwealth Games medal table only once — at the 2010 Commonwealth Games held in New Delhi, where India won 101 medals (38 gold, 27 silver, 36 bronze), finishing second behind Australia. As the host nation, India benefited from home advantage and delivered its best-ever Commonwealth Games performance.
(b) Incorrect: India has not finished second in the Commonwealth Games medal table twice; it has achieved this milestone only once, in 2010.
(c) Incorrect: India finishing second three times in the Commonwealth Games medal table is historically incorrect; it has happened only once.
(d) Incorrect: India has not finished second four times; only the single instance of 2010 in New Delhi stands as India's second-place finish.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q277. At the 2010 Commonwealth Games, how many silver medals did India secure?

  1. (a) 20
  2. (b) 24
  3. (c) 26
  4. (d) 27
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 27

At the 2010 Commonwealth Games held in New Delhi, India secured 27 silver medals, contributing to a total medal tally of 101 medals (38 gold, 27 silver, 36 bronze). This was India's best-ever performance at the Commonwealth Games and helped India finish second in the overall medal standings.
(a) Incorrect: India won 27 silver medals at the 2010 Games, not 20; 20 is a significantly lower and incorrect figure.
(b) Incorrect: India did not win 24 silver medals; the correct number is 27 silver medals at the 2010 New Delhi Commonwealth Games.
(c) Incorrect: India's silver medal count was 27, not 26; 36 was the number of bronze medals India won at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Football and hockey

Q278. Which statement regarding the start of play in hockey is correct?

  1. (a) A coin toss is made before the game, with the winner selecting the team to play for.
  2. (b) A coin toss is made before the start of the game, with the winner choosing the side to attack.
  3. (c) The first team to score decides the side of play.
  4. (d) The umpire chooses the side of play for each team.
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) A coin toss is made before the start of the game, with the winner choosing the side to attack.

In field hockey, before the match, a coin toss is conducted. The captain who wins the toss chooses which end their team will attack in the first half. The other team gets the option to have the first centre pass.
(a) Incorrect: The coin toss winner chooses the side to attack, not the team to play for; teams are fixed before the toss.
(c) Incorrect: The side of play is decided by the coin toss before the match, not by the first team to score.
(d) Incorrect: The umpire does not choose the side of play; it is determined by the coin toss.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Football and hockey

Q279. Women's field hockey was first introduced in the Olympics in:

  1. (a) 1972 Munich
  2. (b) 1976 Montreal
  3. (c) 1980 Moscow
  4. (d) 1984 Los Angeles
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1980 Moscow

Women's field hockey made its Olympic debut at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. Zimbabwe won the gold medal, Czechoslovakia won silver, and the Soviet Union took bronze.
(a) Incorrect: The 1972 Munich Olympics did not feature women's field hockey; only men's field hockey was played.
(b) Incorrect: The 1976 Montreal Olympics also did not include women's field hockey; the debut was in 1980.
(d) Incorrect: The 1984 Los Angeles Olympics were the second Olympics to feature women's field hockey, not the first.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Football and hockey

Q280. India won its first Hockey World Cup gold in:

  1. (a) 1971
  2. (b) 1973
  3. (c) 1975
  4. (d) 1978
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1975

India won its first Hockey World Cup gold at the 3rd Men's World Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (1975), defeating Pakistan 2-1 in the final. This remains India's only Hockey World Cup gold.
(a) Incorrect: The first Hockey World Cup (1971, Barcelona) was won by Pakistan, not India.
(b) Incorrect: The second Hockey World Cup (1973, Amsterdam) was won by the Netherlands, not India.
(d) Incorrect: The 1978 Hockey World Cup (Buenos Aires) was won by Pakistan, not India.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q281. How many total medals did India collect at the Christchurch 1974 Commonwealth Games?

  1. (a) 12
  2. (b) 14
  3. (c) 15
  4. (d) 16
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 15

India won a total of 15 medals (4 gold, 7 silver, 4 bronze) at the 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games held in New Zealand. This was a significant performance for India in those Games.
(a) Incorrect: 12 medals is an undercount; India actually won 15 medals at the 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games.
(b) Incorrect: 14 medals is not the correct total; India's medal tally was 15.
(d) Incorrect: 16 medals overstates India's performance at the 1974 Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 2 · Cricket

Q282. Fill in the blanks: The first Limited Overs international cricket match was played in ______.

  1. (a) Melbourne
  2. (b) Kolkata
  3. (c) London
  4. (d) Sydney
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Melbourne

The first Limited Overs International (LOI) cricket match was played on 5 January 1971 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and England. It was organised as a substitute after the third Test was washed out.
(b) Incorrect: Kolkata has not hosted the first Limited Overs International cricket match.
(c) Incorrect: London was not the venue for the first Limited Overs International match; it was Melbourne, Australia.
(d) Incorrect: Sydney was not the venue for the first Limited Overs International match.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q283. The 2021 National Kabaddi Championships for men aimed to promote Kabaddi at the national level. Which venue hosted this championship?

  1. (a) Ayodhya
  2. (b) Jaipur
  3. (c) Rohtak
  4. (d) Hyderabad
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ayodhya

The 2021 National Kabaddi Championship (Senior Men) was hosted in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The championship is organized by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) to promote the sport at the national level.
(b) Incorrect: Jaipur did not host the 2021 National Kabaddi Championship for men.
(c) Incorrect: Rohtak, known as the 'City of Wrestlers,' is associated with wrestling sports, not the 2021 Kabaddi Championship.
(d) Incorrect: Hyderabad did not host the 2021 National Kabaddi Championship for men.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q284. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC), which governs football across Asia and Oceania, has its headquarters in which city?

  1. (a) Kuala Lumpur
  2. (b) Doha
  3. (c) Tokyo
  4. (d) Jakarta
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kuala Lumpur

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The AFC governs football across Asia and Australia (Oceania) with 47 member associations.
(b) Incorrect: Doha (Qatar) is known for hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022 but is not the headquarters of the AFC.
(c) Incorrect: Tokyo (Japan) is not the headquarters of the AFC; Japan is an AFC member country but the HQ is in Malaysia.
(d) Incorrect: Jakarta (Indonesia) is not the home of AFC headquarters; the organization is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q285. How many gold medals did India win at the Asian Games 2023?

  1. (a) 20
  2. (b) 24
  3. (c) 28
  4. (d) 30
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 28

India won 28 gold medals at the Asian Games 2023 (Hangzhou, China), achieving its best-ever performance. India's total medal count was 107, which was also a record.
(a) Incorrect: 20 gold medals was not the final count.
(b) Incorrect: 24 gold medals is an undercount.
(d) Incorrect: India did not reach 30 gold medals.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q286. Which Indian wrestler delivered India's only medal at the 1934 Commonwealth Games?

  1. (a) Lila Ram
  2. (b) Rashid Anwar
  3. (c) Bishambar Singh
  4. (d) Uday Chand
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Rashid Anwar

Rashid Anwar won a gold medal in wrestling at the 1934 British Empire Games (Commonwealth Games) held in London. He was the only Indian to win a medal at that edition of the Games.
(a) Incorrect: Lila Ram was a wrestler but not the 1934 medalist.
(c) Incorrect: Bishambar Singh was a wrestler but not the 1934 medalist.
(d) Incorrect: Uday Chand was a wrestler but not the 1934 medalist.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 1 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q287. Which statement about the goal post in hockey is correct?

  1. (a) The height of the goal post is 2.14 meters, and the width is 3.66 meters.
  2. (b) The goal post has a height of 4.66 meters and a width of 2.14 meters.
  3. (c) The goal post is square in shape, with a height and width of 3.66 meters.
  4. (d) The height of the goal post is 3.66 meters, and the width is 2.14 meters.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The height of the goal post is 2.14 meters, and the width is 3.66 meters.

As per FIH (International Hockey Federation) rules, the hockey goal post dimensions are: Height = 2.14 meters (7 feet) and Width = 3.66 meters (12 feet). These dimensions apply to all international hockey matches.
(b) Incorrect: A height of 4.66 meters is incorrect; the dimensions are reversed and wrong.
(c) Incorrect: The goal post is rectangular, not square shaped.
(d) Incorrect: This reverses the correct dimensions.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q288. In which year did India win its first-ever gold medal in Kabaddi at the Asian Games?

  1. (a) 1986
  2. (b) 1990
  3. (c) 1994
  4. (d) 1998
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1990

India won its first gold medal in Kabaddi at the 1990 Beijing Asian Games. Kabaddi was introduced as an official sport at the Asian Games for the first time in 1990. India has since won the gold medal in every Asian Games (men's category) making it an undefeated dynasty in Asian Games Kabaddi up to 2018.
(a) Incorrect: 1986 (Seoul Asian Games) did not include Kabaddi as an official event.
(c) Incorrect: 1994 (Hiroshima Asian Games) saw India win gold, but the first gold was in 1990.
(d) Incorrect: 1998 (Bangkok Asian Games) was not India's first Kabaddi gold; 1990 was.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q289. The 32nd edition of the National Games in 2002 was organized to strengthen national sports competitions. Which state hosted this edition to promote multi-sport participation?

  1. (a) Tamil Nadu
  2. (b) Andhra Pradesh
  3. (c) Punjab
  4. (d) Hyderabad
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Andhra Pradesh

The National Games of 2002 were hosted by Andhra Pradesh (Hyderabad). The games were organized to promote multi-sport participation and sports infrastructure development. Hyderabad, as the capital of erstwhile Andhra Pradesh, provided the venues. Note: Hyderabad is now the capital of Telangana state (formed 2014), but at the time of the 2002 National Games it was part of Andhra Pradesh.
(a) Incorrect: Tamil Nadu did not host the 2002 National Games.
(c) Incorrect: Punjab did not host the 2002 National Games.
(d) Incorrect: Hyderabad is a city, not a state; Andhra Pradesh is the correct state answer.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q290. In Olympic weightlifting, which lift is no longer part of competitions, having been removed after 1972 due to changes in rules and judging criteria for lifts?

  1. (a) Snatch
  2. (b) Clean and Jerk
  3. (c) Clean and Press
  4. (d) None of these
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Clean and Press

The Olympic Press (Clean and Press / Military Press) was removed from Olympic weightlifting competitions after the 1972 Munich Olympics due to judging difficulties — athletes were using excessive back arching and leg drive, making it difficult to judge. Since 1973, Olympic weightlifting has only two recognized lifts: the Snatch and the Clean and Jerk.
(a) Incorrect: Snatch is still an active lift in Olympic weightlifting; the lifter pulls the barbell from floor to overhead in one movement.
(b) Incorrect: Clean and Jerk is still an active lift; the lifter cleans the barbell to shoulders, then jerks it overhead.
(d) Incorrect: 'None of these' is wrong because Clean and Press was indeed removed after 1972.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q291. The World Rowing Federation is responsible for international rowing competitions. What is the official name of this governing body?

  1. (a) FISA
  2. (b) FIFA
  3. (c) FIH
  4. (d) IAAF
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) FISA

FISA (Federation Internationale des Societes d'Aviron), officially rebranded as 'World Rowing', is the international governing body for the sport of rowing. Founded in 1892, FISA organizes the World Rowing Championships, the Rowing World Cup, and oversees rowing at the Olympic Games. The abbreviation FISA continues to be widely used.
(b) Incorrect: FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) is the governing body for football (soccer), not rowing.
(c) Incorrect: FIH (Federation Internationale de Hockey) governs international field hockey, not rowing.
(d) Incorrect: IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations), now called World Athletics, governs track and field; not rowing.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · Olympic Games

Q292. In which Olympic Games did the tradition of the Olympic torch relay begin, symbolizing continuity between ancient and modern games?

  1. (a) Berlin 1936
  2. (b) London 1948
  3. (c) Rome 1960
  4. (d) Athens 1896
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Berlin 1936

The Olympic torch relay tradition was introduced at the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics, conceived by Carl Diem and sanctioned by IOC President Henri de Baillet-Latour. The flame was lit at Olympia, Greece using a curved mirror and sunlight, and carried by 3,331 relay runners from Olympia to Berlin, creating a symbolic link between the ancient Greek Olympics and the modern games.
(b) Incorrect: London 1948 Games used the torch relay tradition established in 1936; they did not originate it.
(c) Incorrect: Rome 1960 also used the relay tradition; the tradition began in 1936, not Rome.
(d) Incorrect: Athens 1896 were the first modern Olympics but had no torch relay; that tradition started only in 1936.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q293. Which athlete won silver in 'Men's skeet' at the 2023 Asian Games?

  1. (a) Anantjeet Singh Naruka
  2. (b) Sift Kaur Samra
  3. (c) Vishnu Saravanan
  4. (d) Ashi Chouksey
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Anantjeet Singh Naruka

The correct answer is Anantjeet Singh Naruka (Option 1).
Anantjeet Singh Naruka won the silver medal in Men's Skeet shooting at the 2023 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China. He is a leading Indian clay target shooter who has represented India in multiple international competitions.
Option 2 - Sift Kaur Samra: Sift Kaur Samra is a prominent Indian rifle shooter who won gold in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the 2023 Asian Games, not silver in Men's Skeet.
Option 3 - Vishnu Saravanan: Vishnu Saravanan is an Indian sailor who won medals in sailing events, not in skeet shooting.
Option 4 - Ashi Chouksey: Ashi Chouksey is a shooting athlete, but she did not win silver in Men's Skeet at the 2023 Asian Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q294. In Kho-Kho, what does 'Biped' refer to?

  1. (a) Zigzag runner
  2. (b) Uses hands and feet
  3. (c) Runs on two legs
  4. (d) Sits in one place
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Runs on two legs

The correct answer is Runs on two legs (Option 3).
In Kho-Kho, 'Biped' refers to a player (usually the chaser or active runner) who runs on two legs in the normal bipedal manner. The term is used in the context of Kho-Kho rules to describe the standard upright running motion of players during the game.
Option 1 - Zigzag runner: Biped specifically refers to the mode of locomotion (two-legged), not the pattern of movement (zigzag).
Option 2 - Uses hands and feet: Using hands and feet describes quadrupedal movement or crawling, which is not what 'Biped' means; biped strictly means moving on two legs.
Option 4 - Sits in one place: This is the opposite of what a biped does; bipeds are defined by upright locomotion on two legs.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q295. Which of the following statements about the dimensions of a hockey field is correct?

  1. (a) The field is 91.40 meters long and 55 meters wide.
  2. (b) The field is 100 meters long and 60 meters wide.
  3. (c) The field is 91.40 meters long and 60 meters wide.
  4. (d) The field is 100 meters long and 55 meters wide.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The field is 91.40 meters long and 55 meters wide.

The correct answer is The field is 91.40 meters long and 55 meters wide (Option 1).
According to the international rules of field hockey (FIH), a standard hockey field is 91.40 meters (100 yards) long and 55 meters (60 yards) wide. The field is rectangular with clearly marked sidelines, backlines, and the D-shaped shooting circle.
Option 2 - 100m × 60m: The length of 100m overestimates (it is 91.40m) and the width of 60m is also incorrect (it is 55m).
Option 3 - 91.40m × 60m: While the length is correct, the width of 60m is incorrect; the standard width is 55m.
Option 4 - 100m × 55m: The width of 55m is correct, but the length of 100m is incorrect; the standard length is 91.40m.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q296. Which athlete won a bronze medal in 'Sailing - Men's Windsurfer - RS:X' at the 2023 Asian Games?

  1. (a) Eabad Ali
  2. (b) Vishnu Saravanan
  3. (c) Neha Thakur
  4. (d) Ashi Chouksey
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Eabad Ali

The correct answer is Eabad Ali (Option 1).
Eabad Ali, a Pakistani sailor, won the bronze medal in the Men's Windsurfer RS:X event at the 2023 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China. He is one of Pakistan's prominent sailing athletes.
Option 2 - Vishnu Saravanan: Vishnu Saravanan is an Indian sailor who has represented India in sailing events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics; he was not the bronze medallist in the Men's Windsurfer RS:X at the 2023 Asian Games.
Option 3 - Neha Thakur: Neha Thakur is an Indian sailor who competes in women's events; she was not the bronze medallist in the Men's Windsurfer RS:X category.
Option 4 - Ashi Chouksey: Ashi Chouksey is an Indian sailor competing in women's events; she was not involved in the Men's Windsurfer RS:X medal at the 2023 Asian Games.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q297. In which sport is 'Spare' a scoring term?

  1. (a) Archery
  2. (b) Bowling
  3. (c) Golf
  4. (d) Shooting
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Bowling

The correct answer is Bowling (Option 2).
In ten-pin bowling, a 'Spare' is achieved when a player knocks down all remaining pins on the second ball of a frame (after the first ball did not knock all pins). A spare scores 10 plus the number of pins knocked down on the next ball.
Option 1 - Archery: Uses terms like Gold, Red, Blue based on the target zones; 'Spare' is not an archery term.
Option 3 - Golf: Uses terms like Birdie, Eagle, Bogey, Par; 'Spare' is not used in golf scoring.
Option 4 - Shooting: Uses terms like Bull's-eye, Inner, Outer; 'Spare' is not a shooting term.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q298. India's first Asian Games medal in artistic gymnastics came through _____.

  1. (a) Ashish Kumar
  2. (b) Deepa Karmakar
  3. (c) Pranati Nayak
  4. (d) Yamin D'Souza
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ashish Kumar

The correct answer is Ashish Kumar (Option 1).
Ashish Kumar won India's first-ever Asian Games medal in artistic gymnastics, clinching a bronze in the Floor Exercise event at the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China. This was a historic achievement for Indian gymnastics.
Option 2 - Deepa Karmakar: A celebrated Indian gymnast who made history at the 2016 Rio Olympics, but she came after Ashish Kumar's 2010 Asian Games bronze.
Option 3 - Pranati Nayak: A gymnast who won bronze at the 2019 Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships; she came after Ashish Kumar.
Option 4 - Yamin D'Souza: Not specifically associated with India's first Asian Games medal in artistic gymnastics.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q299. In the 1951 Asian Games, which medal count was highest for India among silver, bronze, and gold?

  1. (a) Gold
  2. (b) Silver
  3. (c) Bronze
  4. (d) Gold and Silver were tied
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Bronze

The correct answer is Bronze (Option 3).
At the first Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1951, India performed well as the host nation. Among the gold, silver, and bronze medals, India's bronze medal count was the highest in that edition.
Option 1 - Gold: India won gold medals in 1951 but not the highest count among the three categories.
Option 2 - Silver: India's silver medal count was not the highest in 1951.
Option 4 - Gold and Silver were tied: India's gold and silver counts were not equal and the highest count was in bronze.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q300. Who was the first Indian athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships?

  1. (a) Anju Bobby George
  2. (b) Neeraj Chopra
  3. (c) Milkha Singh
  4. (d) Seema Punia
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Anju Bobby George

The correct answer is Anju Bobby George (Option 1).
Anju Bobby George became the first Indian athlete to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships, winning bronze in the Long Jump at the 2003 World Athletics Championships in Paris.
Option 2 - Neeraj Chopra: Won gold at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene; this came two decades after Anju's historic bronze.
Option 3 - Milkha Singh: The legendary 'Flying Sikh' competed at the Olympics but did not win a medal at the World Athletics Championships.
Option 4 - Seema Punia: A discus thrower who has competed internationally but was not the first Indian to win a World Athletics Championships medal.
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