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SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q401. In which country, the first Commonwealth Games held?

  1. (a) Canada
  2. (b) India
  3. (c) France
  4. (d) Africa
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Canada

The first Commonwealth Games were held in Canada (Hamilton, Ontario) in 1930. At that time, they were known as the British Empire Games . A total of 11 countries participated in the inaugural edition, and about 400 athletes competed in six sports. The idea of these games was to bring together athletes from countries of the British Empire and promote friendship through sports. Over time, the name was changed from British Empire Games to British Commonwealth Games, and later to Commonwealth Games. Hence, the correct answer is Option 1: Canada.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 1 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q402. The 3-point line in basketball is drawn at what distance from the basket in international competitions?

  1. (a) 5.75 meters
  2. (b) 6.25 meters
  3. (c) 6.75 meters
  4. (d) 7.25 meters
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 6.75 meters

In international basketball competitions governed by FIBA (International Basketball Federation) , the 3-point line is drawn at a distance of 6.75 meters (22 feet 1.75 inches) from the basket. This distance was standardized in 2010 by FIBA for consistency in international play. In contrast, the NBA (National Basketball Association) in the United States uses a slightly longer 3-point distance of 7.24 meters (23 feet 9 inches) . Therefore, for international matches, the correct answer is 6.75 meters .
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 2 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q403. What is the radius of the striking or shooting circle in hockey?

  1. (a) 6.475 meters
  2. (b) 14.63 meters
  3. (c) 16.78 meters
  4. (d) 13.2 meters
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 14.63 meters

In field hockey, the striking (shooting) circle—often called the “ D ”—is an arc drawn with a radius of 14.63 m , which is exactly 16 yards in imperial units. It is measured from the inner edge of each goal post to form two quarter-circles joined by straight lines. A goal counts only if the ball is touched by an attacker from within this circle . Hence, the correct answer is 14.63 meters .
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q404. Where was the Khelo India University Games 2024 held?

  1. (a) Panaji, Goa
  2. (b) Mumbai, Maharashtra
  3. (c) Bhubaneswar, Odisha
  4. (d) Guwahati, Assam
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Guwahati, Assam

The Khelo India University Games 2024 were held in Guwahati, Assam . It was the 4th edition of the games and the first time the event was hosted in the North-East region of India. This highlighted the government’s initiative to promote sports culture across the country, especially in the North-Eastern states which have produced many international athletes.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 2 · Cricket

Q405. What does the term "Duckworth-Lewis Method" relate to in cricket?

  1. (a) Bowling speed calculation
  2. (b) Fielding restrictions
  3. (c) Player ranking system
  4. (d) Calculating revised target in rain-affected matches
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Calculating revised target in rain-affected matches

The Duckworth-Lewis (D/L) Method is a mathematical formula used in limited-overs cricket to calculate the revised target score for the team batting second in case the match is interrupted due to rain or other conditions. It balances resources like overs left and wickets in hand.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 3 · Olympic Games

Q406. Which Indian woman was the pioneer in winning a silver medal at the Olympic Games?

  1. (a) Karnam Malleswari
  2. (b) P.V. Sindhu
  3. (c) Mary Kom
  4. (d) Saina Nehwal
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) P.V. Sindhu

P.V. Sindhu became the first Indian woman to win a silver medal at the Olympics . She achieved this feat in the 2016 Rio Olympics in badminton (women’s singles). Before her, Karnam Malleswari won a bronze medal in weightlifting (2000 Sydney Olympics), while Saina Nehwal also won bronze in badminton (2012 London Olympics). Mary Kom won a bronze in boxing (2012). Thus, Sindhu’s silver in 2016 marked a historic milestone for Indian women in the Olympics.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q407. The term "deuce" is associated with which sport?

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

Answer: (c) Tennis

The correct answer is Tennis . In tennis, the term "deuce" is used when both players have scored 40–40 , meaning the score is tied at a crucial point. At deuce, a player must win two consecutive points to win the game – the first point gives "advantage," and if the player wins the next point, they win the game. However, if the opponent wins the next point after deuce, the score returns to deuce again. This rule makes tennis more competitive and ensures that a game cannot be won by a single point once it reaches 40–40. The concept of deuce highlights the endurance, mental strength, and consistency required in tennis.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 1 · Stadiums and venues

Q408. Which city is home to the cricket ground, Wankhede Stadium?

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

Answer: (a) Mumbai

The correct answer is Mumbai . Wankhede Stadium is one of India’s most iconic cricket stadiums, located in Churchgate , Mumbai, Maharashtra . It was established in 1974 and has hosted many historic matches, including the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Final , where India defeated Sri Lanka to win the trophy under MS Dhoni’s captaincy. The stadium is the home ground of the Mumbai cricket team and the Mumbai Indians IPL franchise . With a seating capacity of around 33,000 spectators , it remains one of the premier venues for international and domestic cricket in India.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 2 · Trophies and cups

Q409. The Nehru Cup, a prominent international football tournament in India, was last held in which year?

  1. (a) 2018
  2. (b) 2015
  3. (c) 2012
  4. (d) 2007
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2012

The correct answer is 2012 . The Nehru Cup, an international football tournament organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), was named after India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. It was first introduced in 1982 with the aim of promoting football in India and bringing international exposure to Indian players. The tournament featured participation from teams across Asia, Africa, and other regions. The last edition of the Nehru Cup was held in New Delhi in 2012 , where India emerged as the champion by defeating Cameroon in the final. After 2012, the tournament has not been organized due to various administrative and scheduling reasons, making 2012 the last year it was played.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q410. What is the radius of the centre circle in a football field?

  1. (a) 5.5 m
  2. (b) 9.15 m
  3. (c) 10.5 m
  4. (d) 11 m
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 9.15 m

According to the official rules of FIFA, the radius of the centre circle in a football field is 9.15 metres . This measurement ensures that players of the opposing team stay at least 10 yards (9.15 m) away from the ball during kick-off. The centre circle is an essential marking that maintains fairness and provides proper space for the team starting play.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 3 · Trophies and cups

Q411. The “Golden Boot” is awarded in which sport?

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

Answer: (a) Football

The Golden Boot is awarded in Football (Soccer) to the player who scores the most goals in a particular tournament. It is one of the most prestigious individual awards in the sport. In the FIFA World Cup, the Golden Boot is presented to the highest goal scorer of the tournament. It symbolises excellence in striking ability and goal-scoring consistency. Other football tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and major club leagues also honour top scorers with a Golden Boot award.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 30 November 2025 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q412. Judo had its origin in the ancient _____ art.

  1. (a) Japanese
  2. (b) Chinese
  3. (c) Indian
  4. (d) Korean
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Japanese

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Japanese
Judo originated from the ancient Japanese martial art of Jujutsu (Jujitsu). It was developed and codified as a modern sport by Japanese educator Jigoro Kano in 1882. Kano refined and systematised the techniques of Jujutsu to create Judo, which literally means 'gentle way' in Japanese.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (Chinese): Chinese martial art is Kung Fu (Wushu); Judo is specifically Japanese. The candidate incorrectly selected this.
Option 3 (Indian): Indian ancient martial arts include Kalaripayattu ; Judo is not of Indian origin.
Option 4 (Korean): Korean martial art is Taekwondo or Ssireum ; Judo is Japanese.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 30 November 2025 Shift 1 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q413. Which of the following sports includes a ball?

  1. (a) Boxing
  2. (b) Badminton
  3. (c) Chess
  4. (d) Golf
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Golf

Correct Answer: Option 4 – Golf
Golf uses a ball — a small, hard white ball struck with clubs across a course into holes. Among the given options, only Golf uses a ball.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Boxing): Uses gloves and a boxing ring; no ball is involved.
Option 2 (Badminton): Uses a shuttlecock (birdie), not a ball.
Option 3 (Chess): Uses pieces on a board; no ball is involved.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 30 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports and famous players

Q414. Tulika Maan is related to which of the following sports?

  1. (a) Judo
  2. (b) Athletics
  3. (c) Weightlifting
  4. (d) Badminton
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Judo

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Judo
Tulika Maan is an Indian Judo player. She won a silver medal in the +78 kg category at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham — India's first-ever Commonwealth Games medal in Judo for women. She has been a prominent figure in Indian Judo.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (Athletics): Tulika Maan is not an athletics (track and field) athlete. The candidate incorrectly selected this.
Option 3 (Weightlifting): Tulika Maan is not a weightlifter.
Option 4 (Badminton): Tulika Maan is not associated with badminton.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 30 November 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q415. The game of basketball originated in which of the following countries?

  1. (a) United States of America
  2. (b) United Kingdom
  3. (c) South Africa
  4. (d) Australia
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) United States of America

Correct Answer: Option 1 – United States of America
Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith in December 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA. He created the game as an indoor winter sport for his students. The first official game was played in January 1892 using a soccer ball and two peach baskets as goals.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 (United Kingdom): Basketball was not invented in the UK; it is an American invention.
Option 3 (South Africa): South Africa has no historical connection to the invention of basketball.
Option 4 (Australia): Australia did not originate basketball; it originated in the USA.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 30 November 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q416. Which of the following sports does NOT include a ball?

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

Answer: (d) Badminton

Correct Answer: Option 4 – Badminton
Badminton does NOT use a ball — it uses a shuttlecock (birdie), which is a feathered or plastic projectile. Among the given options, Badminton is the only sport that does not involve a ball.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Cricket): Cricket uses a hard leather ball.
Option 2 (Hockey): Field hockey uses a hard plastic/rubber ball (unlike ice hockey which uses a puck).
Option 3 (Soccer): Soccer (football) is played entirely with a round ball.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 29 November 2025 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q417. First Asian Games were held at _____.

  1. (a) New Delhi
  2. (b) Tokyo
  3. (c) Beijing
  4. (d) Jakarta
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) New Delhi

The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi, India in 1951. They were officially known as the 1951 Asian Games or the 1st Asiad. India was the host country and the event featured athletes from 11 countries competing in 6 sports.
Tokyo hosted the 1958 Asian Games (3rd Asiad).
Beijing hosted the 1990 Asian Games.
Jakarta has hosted the Asian Games multiple times but was not the first host.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 29 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q418. Gymnastics Federation of India was established in _____.

  1. (a) 1947
  2. (b) 1948
  3. (c) 1951
  4. (d) 1953
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1951

The Gymnastics Federation of India (GFI) was established in 1951. It is the governing body for gymnastics in India and is affiliated with the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) and the Asian Gymnastics Union.
1947, 1948, and 1953 are incorrect founding years for GFI.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 29 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q419. Olympic bronze medallist boxer Vijender Singh hails from which Indian state?

  1. (a) Odisha
  2. (b) Haryana
  3. (c) Jharkhand
  4. (d) Assam
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Haryana

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Haryana
Vijender Singh was born in Bhiwani, Haryana. He won the bronze medal in boxing (middleweight category) at the 2008 Beijing Olympics — India's first-ever Olympic medal in boxing.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Odisha): Odisha is known for hockey, not the home state of Vijender Singh.
Option 3 (Jharkhand): Incorrect; Vijender Singh has no connection to Jharkhand.
Option 4 (Assam): Incorrect; Vijender Singh is from Haryana.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q420. _____ was the first Indian to win a medal in Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022.

  1. (a) Sanket Sargar
  2. (b) Mirabai Chanu
  3. (c) Harjinder Kaur
  4. (d) Vikas Thakur
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Sanket Sargar

Sanket Sargar was the first Indian to win a medal at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. He won a silver medal in weightlifting (55 kg category) on the first day of competition.
Mirabai Chanu won gold in the 49 kg weightlifting category but was not the first medallist of the Games.
Harjinder Kaur and Vikas Thakur also won medals in weightlifting but after Sanket Sargar.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q421. Which of the following sport was not played in the Summer Olympics 2024?

  1. (a) Ice Skating
  2. (b) Badminton
  3. (c) Lawn tennis
  4. (d) Basketball
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ice Skating

Ice Skating (including Figure Skating and Speed Skating) is a Winter Olympics sport, not a Summer Olympics sport, and was therefore not played at the Paris Summer Olympics 2024.
Badminton has been a Summer Olympics sport since 1992.
Lawn Tennis (Tennis) has been part of the Summer Olympics since 1988.
Basketball has been an Olympic sport since 1936.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q422. Who among the following invented the game of judo?

  1. (a) Jigoro Kano
  2. (b) James Naismith
  3. (c) James Creighton
  4. (d) Ebenezer Morley
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Jigoro Kano

Judo was invented by Jigoro Kano in Japan in 1882. He developed it as a modern martial art and sport based on traditional Japanese jujutsu. Judo became an Olympic sport at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
James Naismith invented basketball in 1891.
James Creighton is associated with the development of ice hockey.
Ebenezer Morley is credited with drafting the first rules of association football (soccer).
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports and famous players

Q423. In which sport did Praveen Kumar Sobti won medals at the Asian Games?

  1. (a) Long jump
  2. (b) Shooting
  3. (c) Discus throw
  4. (d) Wrestling
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Discus throw

Praveen Kumar Sobti is a former Indian athlete who won medals in Discus throw at the Asian Games. He won a gold medal in discus throw at the 1966 Bangkok Asian Games and a silver in 1970. He is also known for playing the role of Bheem in the TV serial 'Mahabharat'.
Long jump, Shooting, and Wrestling were not his events. Hence, Discus throw is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports and famous players

Q424. Who was India's first-ever gold medallist at the Asian Games?

  1. (a) KD Jadhav
  2. (b) Sachin Nag
  3. (c) PT Usha
  4. (d) Kanti Shah
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Sachin Nag

Sachin Nag was India's first-ever gold medallist at the Asian Games. He won a gold medal in the 100m freestyle swimming event at the 1st Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1951. This made him a pioneer in Indian sports history.
KD Jadhav won a bronze medal at the 1952 Olympics (not Asian Games gold); PT Usha is a legendary sprinter who competed in the 1980s; Kanti Shah is not associated with this achievement. Hence, Sachin Nag is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q425. Surya Namaskar term is related to which of the following?

  1. (a) Yoga
  2. (b) Cricket
  3. (c) Lawn Tennis
  4. (d) Basketball
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Yoga

Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is a sequence of 12 yoga postures performed as a warm-up exercise in Yoga practice. It is a comprehensive exercise that benefits the entire body and is a fundamental part of Hatha Yoga and many modern yoga styles.
Cricket, Lawn Tennis, and Basketball are different sports with no connection to Surya Namaskar. Hence, Yoga is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q426. India had a single representative at the Paris _____ Olympics.

  1. (a) 1900
  2. (b) 1908
  3. (c) 1904
  4. (d) 1896
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1900

Correct Answer: 1900 (Option 1)
India participated in the 1900 Paris Olympics with a single representative — Norman Pritchard, an Anglo-Indian athlete. He won two silver medals (in the 200m and 200m hurdles), making him the first athlete from Asia to win an Olympic medal. This was India's first official Olympic participation.
Why others are wrong:
Option 2 - 1908: India did not participate in the 1908 London Olympics.
Option 3 - 1904: India did not participate in the 1904 St. Louis Olympics.
Option 4 - 1896: India did not send a representative to the first modern Athens Olympics in 1896.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q427. Ramayana and Mahabharata have numerous references about which of the following sports?
I. Archery
II. Wrestling

  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: Both I and II (Option 3)
Both Archery and Wrestling are prominently referenced in the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Statement I - Archery: Archery (Dhanurvidya) is a central theme in both epics. In the Mahabharata, Arjuna was a legendary archer; in the Ramayana, Rama won Sita's hand by lifting and stringing Lord Shiva's bow (Pinaka).
Statement II - Wrestling: Wrestling (Malla Yuddha) is also referenced in both epics. The Mahabharata has descriptions of wrestling bouts, and the Ramayana describes wrestling as a martial art practiced by warriors.
Hence, both I and II are correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 2 · National championships - venues and winners

Q428. In India, the first National Basketball Championship was organised in _____.

  1. (a) 1904
  2. (b) 1984
  3. (c) 1934
  4. (d) 1914
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1934

Correct Answer: 1934 (Option 3)
The first National Basketball Championship in India was organised in 1934. Basketball was introduced to India in the early 20th century and the first national championship was held in 1934, marking the formal beginning of organised basketball competition in the country.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - 1904: Too early; basketball had only recently arrived in India by this time.
Option 2 - 1984: Incorrect; the first national championship was held 50 years earlier.
Option 4 - 1914: Incorrect year; the correct year is 1934.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q429. The 19th Asian Games were held in which year?

  1. (a) 2019
  2. (b) 2020
  3. (c) 2023
  4. (d) 2024
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2023

The 19th Asian Games (Hangzhou 2022, officially) were held in 2023 in Hangzhou, China. Originally scheduled for September 2022, they were postponed due to COVID-19 concerns and finally held in September-October 2023.
India won 107 medals (28 gold, 38 silver, 41 bronze) in these games. The candidate incorrectly selected 2020.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q430. Volleyball was introduced in the Asian Games in _____ for Men.

  1. (a) 1951
  2. (b) 1954
  3. (c) 1958
  4. (d) 1982
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1958

Volleyball was introduced in the Asian Games for Men in 1958, at the 3rd Asian Games held in Tokyo, Japan. Since then, it has been a regular feature in the Asian Games programme.
The 1951 Asian Games (New Delhi) and 1954 Asian Games (Manila) did not feature volleyball. 1982 is incorrect as volleyball was already part of the games long before.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q431. Which of the following sports was invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891?

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

Answer: (a) Basketball

Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith in December 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA. He created the game as an indoor winter sport for his students, using peach baskets as the original hoops.
Cricket originated in England in the 16th century; Hockey is an ancient sport; Polo originated in Central Asia. None were invented by Dr. Naismith.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q432. Who among the following was part of the gold medal winning Indian hockey team of 1928 Summer Olympics?

  1. (a) Balbir Singh Sr.
  2. (b) Major Dhyan Chand
  3. (c) KD Jadhav
  4. (d) Sarangapani Raman
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Major Dhyan Chand

Major Dhyan Chand was a key member of the Indian hockey team that won the gold medal at the 1928 Amsterdam Summer Olympics. He is known as the 'Wizard of Hockey' and scored 14 goals in those games. India won gold in hockey consecutively in 1928, 1932, and 1936.
Balbir Singh Sr. played in later Olympics (1948, 1952); KD Jadhav was a wrestler who won a bronze medal in 1952; Sarangapani Raman was associated with tennis.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q433. The game of judo was invented in the year _____.

  1. (a) 1782
  2. (b) 1882
  3. (c) 1812
  4. (d) 1712
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1882

Judo was invented in 1882 by Dr. Jigoro Kano in Japan. He developed it as a modern martial art and combat sport based on jujutsu. The word 'Judo' means 'gentle way' in Japanese. It became an Olympic sport in 1964.
The years 1782, 1812, and 1712 are incorrect.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q434. Where are the headquarters of the National Anti Doping Agency of India situated?

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

Answer: (d) New Delhi

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) of India is headquartered in New Delhi. It is the national organisation responsible for promoting, coordinating, and monitoring the doping control programme in sports in India, in compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code.
Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Mumbai are not the headquarters of NADA. Hence, New Delhi is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q435. The first senior National Handball Championship was held at Rohtak (Haryana) in _____.

  1. (a) 1992
  2. (b) 1932
  3. (c) 1942
  4. (d) 1972
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1972

The first senior National Handball Championship was held at Rohtak, Haryana in 1972. Handball gained prominence in India after its introduction, with national-level competitions beginning in the 1970s.
Years 1992, 1932, and 1942 are incorrect. Hence, 1972 is the correct answer.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 1 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q436. A Kho-Kho playground (or pitch) is ___ in shape.

  1. (a) rectangular
  2. (b) circular
  3. (c) oval
  4. (d) square
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) rectangular

Correct Answer: rectangular (Option 1)
A Kho-Kho playground (pitch) is rectangular in shape. The official dimensions are 29 metres in length and 16 metres in width, including the free zones at each end. The central lane runs through the middle with 8 poles on each side. Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian tag sport played on this rectangular field.
Circular, oval, and square shapes are not used for a standard Kho-Kho pitch. These shapes are associated with other sports fields or arenas.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q437. As of 31st July 2025, in which event has India won the greatest number of medals at the Asian Games?

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

Answer: (c) Athletics

Correct Answer: Athletics (Option 3)
As of July 31, 2025, India has won the greatest number of medals in Athletics (track and field events) at the Asian Games overall. At the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, India won 29 medals in Athletics (6 gold, 14 silver, 9 bronze), the highest in any single sport, led by athletes in sprints, relays, long jump, and shot put events.
Wrestling and Shooting are also traditional medal-winning events for India but have fewer total medals than Athletics.
Hockey, while India has won multiple gold medals historically, contributes fewer total medals as it is a single-event sport.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 2 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q438. Who won gold in the 10m Air Pistol event (Women) at the Asian Games 2023?

  1. (a) Palak Gulia
  2. (b) Esha Singh
  3. (c) Ramita
  4. (d) Rutuja Bhosale
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Palak Gulia

Correct Answer: Palak Gulia (Option 1)
Palak Gulia won the gold medal in the 10m Air Pistol (Women) event at the Asian Games 2023 held in Hangzhou, China. She is a young Indian shooter who represented India with distinction at the Games.
Why others are wrong:
Option 2 - Esha Singh: She is an Indian shooter who won medals in other events, not specifically the 10m Air Pistol Women's gold at Asian Games 2023.
Option 3 - Ramita: She competed in the 10m Air Rifle events, not 10m Air Pistol.
Option 4 - Rutuja Bhosale: She is a tennis player, not a shooter.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q439. In track events, key rules are related to how many phases?

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

Answer: (b) 3

Correct Answer: 3 (Option 2)
In track events, key rules are related to 3 phases: (1) The Start phase — rules about starting positions and false starts; (2) The Race phase — rules about lane discipline, obstruction, and conduct during the race; (3) The Finish phase — rules about finishing, photo finish, and disqualification criteria.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - 2: Only 2 phases is insufficient to cover all key aspects of a track event.
Option 3 - 4: The standard classification identifies 3 phases, not 4.
Option 4 - 5: Incorrect; the standard framework uses 3 phases.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q440. Which of the following sports can be played both at individual level and with a team?

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

Answer: (a) Badminton

Correct Answer: Badminton (Option 1)
Badminton is unique in that it can be played at both individual level (singles — one player per side) and team level (doubles and mixed doubles — two players per side). It is played in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles formats in tournaments. The BWF World Championships and Olympics feature all three formats.
Basketball is purely a team sport (5 players per team) — there is no recognised individual format in official competition.
Cricket is a team sport (11 players per side) — there is no individual format in official competition.
Hockey is a team sport (11 players per side in field hockey) — no individual format exists in official competition.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 3 · Olympic Games

Q441. Which sport brought India its first individual Olympic gold?

  1. (a) Boxing
  2. (b) Wrestling
  3. (c) Shooting
  4. (d) Table tennis
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Shooting

Correct Answer: Shooting (Option 3)
Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the 10m Air Rifle event. Before 2008, India's only Olympic golds were in team sport Hockey (8 golds). Bindra's gold was historic as the first individual gold for any Indian at the Olympics.
Boxing — Vijender Singh won a bronze in 2008 Beijing Olympics, not gold.
Wrestling — Sushil Kumar won a bronze in 2008; India's wrestling golds came later.
Table tennis — India has not won an Olympic gold in table tennis.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 22 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q442. In _____, the All-India Kabaddi Federation came into existence.

  1. (a) 1950
  2. (b) 1952
  3. (c) 1953
  4. (d) 1954
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1950

The All-India Kabaddi Federation (AIKF) was established in 1950. It is the governing body for Kabaddi in India, responsible for standardising rules and organising national-level tournaments.
The years 1952, 1953, and 1954 are incorrect.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 22 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q443. Pankaj Advani received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2006. He is associated with which sport?

  1. (a) Chess
  2. (b) Billiards and Snooker
  3. (c) Table Tennis
  4. (d) Tennis
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Billiards and Snooker

Correct Answer: Billiards and Snooker (Option 2)
Pankaj Advani is one of India's greatest cue sports players, associated with Billiards and Snooker. He received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (now Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna) in 2006. He has won multiple World Championship titles in both billiards and snooker, making him one of the most decorated sportspersons in Indian history.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 - Chess: Chess is associated with players like Viswanathan Anand, not Pankaj Advani.
Option 3 - Table Tennis: Table Tennis is associated with players like Sharath Kamal, not Pankaj Advani.
Option 4 - Tennis: Indian tennis is associated with players like Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q444. _____ is a type of start which is essential for sprint races in sports.

  1. (a) Crouch Start
  2. (b) Vertical Start
  3. (c) Jumping start
  4. (d) Standing Start
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Crouch Start

The Crouch Start (also called Block Start or Sprint Start) is the standard starting position used in sprint races (100m, 200m, 400m). In this position, the athlete crouches with hands on the track behind the starting line, fingers pointing forward. Starting blocks are used to help athletes push off powerfully at the starting gun. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 - Vertical Start: Not a standard sprint start technique. Option 3 - Jumping start: Not the standard start for sprint races. Option 4 - Standing Start: Used in some middle and long distance races, not in sprint races.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q445. In which of the following Summer Olympics did Neeraj Chopra win the gold medal?

  1. (a) 2016
  2. (b) 2020
  3. (c) 2024
  4. (d) 2008
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 2020

Correct Answer: 2020 (Option 2)
Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in Javelin Throw at the Tokyo Summer Olympics 2020 (held in 2021 due to COVID-19 postponement) with a throw of 87.58 metres. This was India's first-ever Olympic gold medal in athletics. He became only the second Indian (after Abhinav Bindra in 2008) to win an individual Olympic gold medal.
At the 2016 Rio Olympics, India did not win athletics gold. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Neeraj Chopra won a Silver medal (not gold) with a throw of 89.45 metres. 2008 is incorrect. Hence 2020 is the correct answer.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q446. Strokes, Starts and Turns are some of the Techniques of which of the following sports?

  1. (a) Swimming
  2. (b) Baseball
  3. (c) Golf
  4. (d) Badminton
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Swimming

Correct Answer: Swimming (Option 1)
In competitive swimming, the three core technical areas that all swimmers must master are Strokes (the method of moving through water — freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly), Starts (the technique of entering the water from the starting block at the beginning of a race), and Turns (the technique of turning at the pool wall to continue the race). These are fundamental skills assessed in swimming coaching and competitions.
Baseball uses pitching, batting, and fielding techniques. Golf uses driving, chipping, and putting. Badminton uses smashes, drops, and clears. None of them use 'Strokes, Starts, and Turns' as their core technical framework.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 20 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q447. The term 'Raider' is related to which of the following sports?

  1. (a) Kabaddi
  2. (b) Badminton
  3. (c) Lawn tennis
  4. (d) Cricket
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kabaddi

In Kabaddi, a 'Raider' is the player who crosses into the opponent's half, attempts to tag one or more defenders, and returns to their own half in a single breath while chanting 'kabaddi'. The raider scores points for each defender they touch before returning safely. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 - Badminton: No position called 'Raider' in badminton. Option 3 - Lawn tennis: No such term used in tennis. Option 4 - Cricket: Cricket does not have a position or term called 'Raider'.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 20 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q448. In March 2024, who among the following was elected as the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president?

  1. (a) Devendra Jhajharia
  2. (b) Anil Kumar Prakash
  3. (c) Sundar Singh Gurjar
  4. (d) Mariyappan Thangavelu
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Devendra Jhajharia

Correct Answer: Devendra Jhajharia
Devendra Jhajharia was elected as the President of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) in March 2024. He is a legendary Indian para-athlete who has won gold medals in javelin throw at the Paralympic Games (Athens 2004 and Rio 2016) and a silver medal at Tokyo 2020. He is the first Indian para-athlete to win two Paralympic gold medals.
Why other options are wrong:
- Anil Kumar Prakash: Former secretary general of PCI; not the president elected in March 2024.
- Sundar Singh Gurjar: A para-athlete (javelin throw); not the PCI president.
- Mariyappan Thangavelu: A para high-jumper (gold at Rio 2016, silver at Tokyo 2020); not the PCI president.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports terminology

Q449. In basketball there are how many categories of rebounds?

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

Answer: (a) 2

Correct Answer: 2
In basketball, there are 2 categories of rebounds:
1. Offensive Rebound: When a player recovers a missed shot from their own team's attempt. It gives the team another chance to score.
2. Defensive Rebound: When a player recovers a missed shot by the opposing team. It ends the opponent's possession.
Total rebounds = Offensive rebounds + Defensive rebounds. Rebounding is a critical statistical category in basketball.
Why other options are wrong:
- 3: There are only 2 official categories; some analysts add 'contested rebounds' but these are not standard categories.
- 4: More than the standard categories.
- 5: More than the standard categories.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q450. The Asian Games Federation was inaugurated in New Delhi in _____.

  1. (a) 1947
  2. (b) 1949
  3. (c) 1951
  4. (d) 1953
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1949

Correct Answer: 1949
The Asian Games Federation (AGF) was inaugurated in New Delhi in 1949. It was established during a preparatory meeting for the first Asian Games. The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1951. The idea of Asian Games was proposed by Guru Dutt Sondhi, an Indian IOC member, and Jawaharlal Nehru was a strong supporter. The Asian Games Federation was later replaced by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) in 1982.
Why other options are wrong:
- 1947: India's independence year; Asian Games Federation was not established then.
- 1951: The year the first Asian Games were held, not the year the Federation was inaugurated.
- 1953: After the first Asian Games; the Federation was inaugurated before them.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q451. The headquarters of WADA are in _____.

  1. (a) Paris
  2. (b) Geneva
  3. (c) Montreal
  4. (d) Vienna
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Montreal

Correct Answer: Montreal (Option 3)
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. WADA was established in 1999 to promote, coordinate, and monitor the fight against doping in sports. Its foundation and headquarters in Montreal was a compromise between those who wanted it based in Europe and those preferring North America.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - Paris: Paris hosts many international organisations but not WADA's headquarters.
Option 2 - Geneva: Geneva hosts many UN agencies (WHO, ILO, WTO) but not WADA.
Option 4 - Vienna: Vienna hosts UN agencies like UNODC and IAEA, but not WADA.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q452. In ice hockey, the fences that surround the ice hockey rink are called as _____.

  1. (a) Boards
  2. (b) Zones
  3. (c) Crease
  4. (d) Spikes
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Boards

Correct Answer: Boards (Option 1)
In ice hockey, the fences (barriers) that surround the ice hockey rink are called 'Boards'. These boards are typically made of wood or fibreglass and are about 40 inches high. They keep the puck and players within the playing area and are a fundamental feature of an ice hockey rink.
Why others are wrong:
Option 2 - Zones: Zones refer to different areas of the ice rink (defensive, neutral, offensive zones), not the fences.
Option 3 - Crease: The crease is the painted area in front of the goal where the goalkeeper has priority; it is not the surrounding fence.
Option 4 - Spikes: Spikes are not a term used in ice hockey for rink fences.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Cricket

Q453. In Cricket, a _____ will be declared if the umpire thinks the batsman did not have a reasonable opportunity to score off the delivery.

  1. (a) Fast ball
  2. (b) Wide Ball
  3. (c) Yorker
  4. (d) Length Ball
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Wide Ball

In cricket, a 'Wide Ball' is declared by the umpire when a delivery passes so far from the batsman that, in the umpire's judgment, the batsman did not have a reasonable opportunity to score from it. A wide adds 1 penalty run to the batting team's score, and the delivery must be bowled again. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Fast ball: This refers to the pace of a delivery, not a specific call by the umpire. Option 3 - Yorker: A type of delivery aimed at the batsman's feet/base of the stumps; not an umpire's call. Option 4 - Length Ball: A description of where the ball pitches, not an umpiring decision.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q454. In Track and Field Events, 800 meters and 1500 meters are of which type of race?

  1. (a) Sprints
  2. (b) Hurdles
  3. (c) Middle/long
  4. (d) Road running
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Middle/long

In athletics, races are classified by distance. 800 meters and 1500 meters are classified as Middle Distance races (sometimes grouped as 'Middle/long distance' events). Sprint races typically cover up to 400 meters (100m, 200m, 400m), while long distance races include 5000m and 10000m. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Sprints: Sprint races are short distance (100m, 200m, 400m), not 800m or 1500m. Option 2 - Hurdles: Hurdle races involve barriers on the track (110m hurdles, 400m hurdles), which are different events. Option 4 - Road running: Refers to races conducted on roads (e.g., marathons), not track events.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q455. As of 31 July 2025, who holds the record for most Asian Games medals by an Indian athlete?

  1. (a) KD Jadhav
  2. (b) Sachin Nag
  3. (c) PT Usha
  4. (d) Dutee Chand
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) PT Usha

PT Usha ( Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha), the legendary Indian sprinter known as the 'Queen of Indian Track and Field', holds the record for the most Asian Games medals won by an Indian athlete. She won multiple gold, silver, and bronze medals across the 1982 and 1986 Asian Games. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - KD Jadhav: Known as a wrestler who won India's first individual Olympic medal (1952 Helsinki), not the Asian Games record holder. Option 2 - Sachin Nag: Was an Indian swimmer, not associated with the Asian Games medal record. Option 4 - Dutee Chand: A sprinter who has won medals at the Asian Games, but does not hold the record for the most medals.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Cricket

Q456. In Cricket, a wide ball will add how many run/s to the batting team?

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

Answer: (a) 1

In cricket, a wide ball adds 1 penalty run (called an 'extra') to the batting team's total score. In addition to this penalty run, the delivery is not counted as a legitimate ball and must be bowled again. In limited-overs cricket (ODIs and T20s), fielding restrictions make wides even more costly. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 (2 runs): A wide adds only 1 run, not 2, to the batting team. Option 3 (3 runs): Incorrect; the penalty for a wide ball is 1 run. Option 4 (4 runs): Incorrect; 4 runs applies to a boundary hit, not a wide.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Cricket

Q457. As of 31 July 2025, which is the second most successful team in Ranji Trophy?

  1. (a) Railways
  2. (b) Services
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Maharashtra
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Karnataka

Mumbai (Bombay) is the most successful team in Ranji Trophy history with the maximum number of titles, and Karnataka is the second most successful team. Karnataka has won the Ranji Trophy multiple times and is consistently among the top contenders. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Railways: Railways has won the Ranji Trophy a few times but is not the second most successful team. Option 2 - Services: Services has not won the Ranji Trophy as many times as Karnataka. Option 4 - Maharashtra: Maharashtra has won some titles but not as many as Karnataka.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · Olympic Games

Q458. Table tennis made its Olympic debut in _____.

  1. (a) 1988
  2. (b) 1992
  3. (c) 1924
  4. (d) 1928
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1988

Table tennis made its Olympic debut at the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics (South Korea). It has been a part of the Olympic programme ever since. China has been the dominant nation in Olympic table tennis since its introduction. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 (1992): Table tennis was already an Olympic sport since 1988, not from 1992. Option 3 (1924): Table tennis was not part of the 1924 Olympics; it was not yet an Olympic sport at that time. Option 4 (1928): Table tennis was not included in the 1928 Olympics either.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q459. A designated portion of a relay race is called as _____.

  1. (a) Leg
  2. (b) Heat
  3. (c) Spikes
  4. (d) Lifting
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Leg

Correct Answer: Leg (Option 1)
In a relay race, each designated portion or segment that is covered by one individual runner is called a 'Leg.' For example, in a 4x100 m relay race, there are 4 legs, each run by a different athlete. The term 'leg' is standard athletics terminology for each runner's portion of the relay.
'Heat' refers to a preliminary round of a race. 'Spikes' are the specialized shoes with pointed projections worn by track and field athletes. 'Lifting' is not a standard relay race term.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 2 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q460. Long distance races are generally used to describe races of at least _____ metres .

  1. (a) 1000
  2. (b) 1500
  3. (c) 3000
  4. (d) 15000
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 3000

Correct Answer: 3000 (Option 3)
In athletics, long-distance races are generally defined as races at a distance of 3000 metres (3 km) and above. Common long-distance track events include the 3000 m steeplechase, 5000 m, and 10,000 m. Road events include the half marathon (21.1 km) and full marathon (42.195 km). The 1500 m and 1 mile events are classified as middle-distance races, not long-distance.
1000 m and 1500 m are middle-distance events. 15000 m is not a standard track event distance.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q461. Which of the following persons is associated with the sport of shooting?

  1. (a) D Gukesh
  2. (b) Manu Bhaker
  3. (c) Mithali Raj
  4. (d) Dipa Karmakar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Manu Bhaker

Correct Answer: Manu Bhaker (Option 2)
Manu Bhaker is an Indian sport shooter who became the first Indian athlete to win two Olympic medals in a single Olympics at the 2024 Paris Olympics — a bronze in the 10m air pistol (women's) and a bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. She was awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024.
D Gukesh is a chess prodigy who became the youngest World Chess Champion in 2024. Mithali Raj is a former Indian women's cricket captain. Dipa Karmakar is a gymnast who became the first Indian woman to qualify for the gymnastics vault final at the Olympics (2016).
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q462. The typically Judo platform is of which shape?

  1. (a) Square
  2. (b) Rectangular
  3. (c) Hexagon
  4. (d) Circular
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Square

Correct Answer: Square (Option 1)
In Judo, the competition area (tatami/mat) is typically square in shape. According to IJF (International Judo Federation) rules, the competition area must be a minimum of 14 m x 14 m and a maximum of 16 m x 16 m, forming a square shape. The contest area within this is typically an 8 m x 8 m to 10 m x 10 m square, and the safety area surrounds it.
Rectangular, hexagonal, and circular shapes are not the standard shape of the Judo platform.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Olympic Games

Q463. In which year did India won their first Olympic gold medal in hockey?

  1. (a) 1900
  2. (b) 1896
  3. (c) 1924
  4. (d) 1928
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1928

Correct Answer: 1928 (Option 4)
India won its first Olympic gold medal in hockey at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics, defeating the Netherlands 3-0 in the final. This was the beginning of India's golden era in hockey — India went on to win 6 consecutive Olympic gold medals from 1928 to 1956. The legendary Major Dhyan Chand was a key player in India's 1928, 1932, and 1936 Olympic gold medal-winning teams.
1896 and 1900 were the first Olympic Games (Athens and Paris) — India did not participate in hockey then. 1924 was the Paris Olympics where hockey was not yet an official event.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports terminology

Q464. Which of the following game is known as the "Gentleman's Game"?

  1. (a) Kabaddi
  2. (b) Badminton
  3. (c) Lawn tennis
  4. (d) Cricket
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cricket

Correct Answer: Cricket (Option 4)
Cricket is traditionally known as the 'Gentleman's Game.' The phrase reflects the game's historical association with fair play, sportsmanship, and the spirit of the game. The term originated in England where the game was heavily associated with gentlemanly conduct and codes of behaviour . Even today, The Spirit of Cricket (a preamble to the Laws of Cricket maintained by the MCC) emphasizes the gentlemanly values of the game.
Kabaddi is India's national sport (contact sport). Badminton is a racket sport. Lawn tennis is also sometimes called a 'gentleman's game' but the most widely accepted answer in the Indian exam context is Cricket.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q465. The shape of Basketball must be _____.

  1. (a) spherical
  2. (b) cylindrical
  3. (c) geoid
  4. (d) conical
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) spherical

Correct Answer: spherical (Option 1)
According to the official rules of FIBA (International Basketball Federation), a basketball must be spherical (perfectly round/globe-shaped). The ball must have a circumference of 74.9 to 78 cm and weigh between 567 and 650 grams. The spherical shape ensures uniform bounce and grip during play.
Cylindrical, geoid, and conical shapes are not permitted shapes for a basketball according to official rules.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q466. Major Dhyan Chand is related to which of the following sports?

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

Answer: (b) Hockey

Correct Answer: Hockey (Option 2)
Major Dhyan Chand (1905–1979) was India's legendary field hockey player, widely regarded as the greatest hockey player of all time. He was called the 'Wizard of Hockey' for his extraordinary dribbling skills and goal-scoring ability. He was a key member of India's Olympic gold medal-winning teams in 1928 (Amsterdam), 1932 (Los Angeles), and 1936 (Berlin). His birthday, 29 August, is celebrated as National Sports Day in India. The highest sporting honour of India, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, is named after him.
Major Dhyan Chand has no connection with shooting, cricket, or badminton.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q467. Who was elected as the first woman president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in 2022?

  1. (a) Annu Rani
  2. (b) PT Usha
  3. (c) Ashapurna Devi
  4. (d) Hima Das
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) PT Usha

PT Usha (Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha), legendary Indian sprinter known as the 'Payyoli Express' and 'Queen of Indian Track and Field', was elected as the first woman president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in December 2022. She is a former Arjuna Award and Padma Shri recipient. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Annu Rani: She is a javelin throw athlete, not the IOA president. Option 3 - Ashapurna Devi: She was a Bengali novelist, not associated with the IOA. Option 4 - Hima Das: She is a sprinter known as the 'Dhing Express' but did not become IOA president.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports and famous players

Q468. Prakash Padukone is related to which of the following sports?

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

Answer: (d) Badminton

Prakash Padukone is a legendary Indian badminton player. He won the All England Badminton Championship in 1980, becoming the first Indian to win this prestigious title. He is also a recipient of the Arjuna Award and Padma Shri, and is the father of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Football: Prakash Padukone has no association with football. Option 2 - Hockey: He is not associated with hockey. Option 3 - Shooting: He is not a shooting athlete.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q469. The Board of Control for Cricket in India was established in the year _____.

  1. (a) 1928
  2. (b) 1908
  3. (c) 1958
  4. (d) 1968
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1928

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was established on December 4, 1928, in Chennai. It is the national governing body for cricket in India and is affiliated with the International Cricket Council (ICC). The BCCI is one of the richest cricket boards in the world. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 (1908): BCCI did not exist in 1908; India's cricket was administered differently then. Option 3 (1958): BCCI was already 30 years old by 1958. Option 4 (1968): Incorrect; BCCI was established 40 years earlier in 1928.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 3 · Cricket

Q470. In Cricket, which of the following is NOT a bowl type of Fast bowling?

  1. (a) Bouncer
  2. (b) Leg cutter
  3. (c) In swinger
  4. (d) Chinaman
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Chinaman

Correct Answer: Chinaman
Chinaman is NOT a type of fast bowling - it is a type of spin bowling. A Chinaman is a left-arm unorthodox spin delivery that turns from off to leg for a right-handed batsman (like a leg-break bowled by a left-arm spinner).
Types of fast bowling include:
- Bouncer: A short-pitched delivery aimed at the batsman's head/upper body
- Leg cutter: A fast delivery that cuts off the pitch from leg to off
- In swinger: A delivery that swings into the right-handed batsman in the air
Why Bouncer, Leg cutter, and In swinger are wrong: All three are legitimate types of fast bowling deliveries.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 3 · Cricket

Q471. Who won the first season of Ranji trophy in 1934-35?

  1. (a) Bombay
  2. (b) Madras
  3. (c) Northern India
  4. (d) Holkar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Bombay

Correct Answer: Bombay
Bombay (now Mumbai) won the first season of the Ranji Trophy in 1934-35. The Ranji Trophy was established in memory of the legendary cricketer Ranjitsinhji (Ranji), and the inaugural tournament was played in 1934-35. Bombay defeated Northern India in the final to win the first Ranji Trophy.
Why other options are wrong:
- Madras: Did not win the inaugural Ranji Trophy.
- Northern India: Was the runner-up in the inaugural season, losing to Bombay in the final.
- Holkar: Holkar (now Indore) won Ranji Trophy later (1940s-50s), not in the inaugural season.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 3 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q472. The International Hockey Federation, was founded in Paris in _____.

  1. (a) 1992
  2. (b) 1932
  3. (c) 1924
  4. (d) 1988
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1924

Correct Answer: 1924
The International Hockey Federation (FIH - Federation Internationale de Hockey) was founded in Paris, France on 7 January 1924. It was established by seven founding nations: France, Belgium, Austria, Spain, Switzerland, Czechoslovakia, and Hungary. FIH is the global governing body for field hockey and indoor hockey.
Why other options are wrong:
- 1992: Not the founding year of FIH.
- 1932: Not the founding year; the FIH was already in existence.
- 1988: Not the founding year; this was when the Seoul Olympics were held.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 2 · Olympic Games

Q473. Volleyball made its Olympic debut at the _____ Olympic games.

  1. (a) 1958
  2. (b) 1960
  3. (c) 1962
  4. (d) 1964
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1964

Correct Answer: 1964 (Option 4)
Volleyball made its official Olympic debut at the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics, where both men's and women's volleyball events were held for the first time. The Soviet Union won the men's gold and Japan won the women's gold.
1958 and 1962 are not Olympic years (Olympics are held in even-numbered years every four years). Volleyball was not included in the 1960 Rome Olympics.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q474. Narcotics are used as doping in sports. Which of the following is an example of narcotics?
I. Morphine
II. Methadone

  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

Both Morphine and Methadone are opioid narcotics and are banned substances in sports as per the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Morphine is a natural opioid analgesic derived from opium; Methadone is a synthetic opioid used medically but also prohibited in competitive sports. Both fall under the 'Narcotics' category on the WADA Prohibited List. Hence, Both I and II is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q475. A badminton match generally consists ________ games of ________ points each.

  1. (a) 17
  2. (b) 19
  3. (c) 21
  4. (d) 23
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 21

A standard badminton match consists of best of 3 games, with each game played to 21 points (with a two-point advantage required to win). A player or pair wins the match by winning 2 games. If the score reaches 29-29, the side scoring the 30th point wins. The number 21 is the standard points per game in international badminton as per BWF rules. Options 17, 19, and 23 are not the standard game points in badminton.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 2 · Football and hockey

Q476. Which country hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022?

  1. (a) Qatar
  2. (b) Saudi Arabia
  3. (c) Spain
  4. (d) Germany
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Qatar

Qatar hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022 (November–December 2022), becoming the first Arab country and the smallest nation to host the tournament. Argentina won the tournament, defeating France in the final. The tournament was held in winter to avoid Qatar's extreme summer heat. Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Germany did not host the 2022 edition.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q477. Which of the following sports is played on water?

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

Answer: (c) Surfing

Surfing is a water sport in which a person rides on the surface of ocean waves, typically using a surfboard. It is performed on water (ocean or sea waves). Why others are wrong: - Badminton: Played on an indoor or outdoor court, not on water. - Basketball: Played on a hard court (indoor or outdoor), not on water. - Cricket: Played on a grass or turf pitch, not on water.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 1 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q478. The term Decathlon and Heptathlon are related to which of the following?

  1. (a) Athletics events
  2. (b) Badminton match types
  3. (c) Swimming styles
  4. (d) Golf area types
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Athletics events

Decathlon and Heptathlon are multi-event Athletics competitions: - Decathlon: A men's combined event consisting of 10 track and field events (100m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 400m, 110m hurdles, discus throw, pole vault, javelin throw, 1500m). - Heptathlon: A women's combined event consisting of 7 track and field events. Why others are wrong: - Badminton match types: Badminton has singles and doubles formats, not decathlon/heptathlon. - Swimming styles: Swimming styles are freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly; not related. - Golf area types: Golf terms include fairway, rough, green, etc.; not related.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 1 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q479. Volleyball was introduced in the Asian Games in _____ for women.

  1. (a) 1962
  2. (b) 1951
  3. (c) 1954
  4. (d) 1982
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1962

Women's Volleyball was introduced in the Asian Games in 1962 (4th Asian Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia). It has been a regular feature of the Asian Games since then. Why others are wrong: - 1951: The 1st Asian Games (New Delhi) did not include women's volleyball. - 1954: The 2nd Asian Games (Manila) did not include women's volleyball. - 1982: Women's volleyball was already included long before 1982.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 3 · Football and hockey

Q480. In India, the first hockey club came up in Calcutta in which year?

  1. (a) 1845–46
  2. (b) 1855–56
  3. (c) 1885–86
  4. (d) 1895–96
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1885–86

The first hockey club in India — Calcutta Hockey Club — was established in 1885–86 in Calcutta (now Kolkata). This marked the beginning of organised hockey in India. Option 1 (1845–46) and Option 2 (1855–56) predate the formation of the club. Option 4 (1895–96) is a decade too late.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 12 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports and famous players

Q481. Tokyo Olympian C.A. Bhavani Devi is associated with which sport?

  1. (a) Fencing
  2. (b) Shooting
  3. (c) Badminton
  4. (d) Gymnastics
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Fencing

C.A. Bhavani Devi is India's first Olympic fencer. She represented India at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Fencing. Shooting and Badminton are unrelated sports; Gymnastics is associated with Dipa Karmakar.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 12 November 2025 Shift 2 · Sports and famous players

Q482. Tokyo Olympian C. A. Bhavani Devi is associated with which sport?

  1. (a) Fencing
  2. (b) Shooting
  3. (c) Badminton
  4. (d) Gymnastics
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Fencing

Correct Answer: Fencing
C. A. Bhavani Devi (Chadalavada Anandha Sundhararaman Bhavani Devi) is India's first fencer to qualify for the Olympics. She competed in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the women's sabre event.
Why other options are wrong:
- Shooting: Associated with athletes like Abhinav Bindra, Manu Bhaker.
- Badminton: Associated with P. V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal.
- Gymnastics: Associated with Dipa Karmakar.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 14 October 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q483. Who is the first Indian male shuttler to reach the finals of the World Badminton Championships?

  1. (a) Parupalli Kashyap
  2. (b) Kidambi Srikanth
  3. (c) HS Prannoy
  4. (d) Lakshya Sen
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Kidambi Srikanth

Kidambi Srikanth became the first Indian male shuttler to reach the final of the BWF World Championships in 2021.
Parupalli Kashyap reached the quarterfinals.
HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen are prominent players but not the first to reach the final.
Answer: Option 2 (Kidambi Srikanth)
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 14 October 2025 Shift 2 · Stadiums and venues

Q484. In which city did the 2017 Asian Athletics Championships take place?

  1. (a) Chennai
  2. (b) Bhubaneswar
  3. (c) Pune
  4. (d) Guwahati
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Bhubaneswar

The 2017 Asian Athletics Championships were held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Answer: Option 2 (Bhubaneswar)
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 14 October 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q485. The inaugural Indian Open Golf Tournament in 1964 was played in which city?

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

Answer: (d) New Delhi

 The inauguralIndian Open Golf Tournamentwas played in1964.
 It was held at theDelhi Golf Club, New Delhi.
 Therefore, the correct city isNew Delhi.
 Hence, the correct answer is(d) New Delhi.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 14 October 2025 Shift 2 · Sports and famous players

Q486. Which Indian athlete has won medals in both Asian and Commonwealth Games for 3000m steeplechase?

  1. (a) Jinson Johnson
  2. (b) Avinash Sable
  3. (c) Tejaswin Shankar
  4. (d) Neeraj Chopra
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Avinash Sable

Avinash Sable is India's top steeplechase runner who has won medals at Asian and Commonwealth Games.
Jinson Johnson is a middle-distance runner (800m/1500m).
Tejaswin Shankar is a high jumper.
Neeraj Chopra is a javelin thrower.
Answer: Option 2 (Avinash Sable)
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 1 · Sports terminology

Q487. Which sport is the term "zugzwang" associated with?

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

Answer: (b) Chess

Zugzwang is a German chess term describing a situation where any move a player makes will worsen their position.
It is exclusively associated with the game of Chess.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q488. Which of the following statements about India's National and Institutional Sports Competitions is/arecorrect?
1) National Games began in 1924 at Lahore and were renamed from the IK Games in Bombay.
2) SGFI holds nationals only for boys under 17 in contact sports like Wrestling and Kabaddi.
3) Inter-University tournaments use knockout or league formats and allow one team per university.

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct
  2. (b) Only 1 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only 1 and 3 are Correct

Statement 1 is correct: National Games began in 1924 at Lahore and were renamed from the earlier Indian Olympic (IK) Games.
Statement 2 is incorrect: SGFI nationals are held for both boys and girls and across a wide range of sports, not only contact sports.
Statement 3 is correct: Inter-University tournaments use knockout/league formats with one team per university.
Hence 1 and 3 are correct.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 2 · Sports terminology

Q489. Consider the following statements about badminton strokes:
1) Backhand Net Kill and Forehand Net Kill are examples of forecourt strokes played near the net.
2) Backhand Drive and Forehand Drive are midcourt strokes played from the middle of the court.
3) Forehand Clear is a type of rear court stroke played from the back of the court.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct

All three statements are correct.
Net Kills (backhand/forehand) are forecourt strokes.
Drives are midcourt strokes.
Clears (forehand/backhand) are rear-court strokes used to send the shuttle deep into the opponent's court.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q490. Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options:
Assertion (A): In squash, the serve must hit the front wall between the service line and out line and land in the opposite half of the court beyond the half-court line for it to be legal.
Reason (R): Players must alternate between service boxes after each successful serve to maintain fairness and court coverage during the match.

  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: (c) A is true, but R is false.

Assertion is correct: a legal serve in squash must strike the front wall between the service line and the out line and land in the opposite quarter of the court.
Reason is false: players alternate boxes only after winning points (not after every successful serve); the rule cited is incorrect.
Hence A is true but R is false.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 3 · Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

Q491. In which Asian Games did India first win a gold medal in athletics?

  1. (a) 1951
  2. (b) 1962
  3. (c) 1970
  4. (d) 1982
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1951

India hosted and won athletics gold medals at the very first Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1951.
Several Indian athletes (Lavy Pinto, Sohan Singh, etc.) won golds in track events at that edition.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 24 September 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q492. Consider the following statements about Boxing techniques and training:
1) Offensive boxing actions include "Straight Left to the Body" and "Right Uppercut to the Head".
2) Methods like "Shadow Boxing" and "Mirror Boxing" are used for developing boxing techniques.
3) The four boxing distances or ranges are Long Distance, Medium Distance, Close Distance, and Infighting.
Which of the above statements is/arecorrect?

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct

All three statements describe standard boxing knowledge.
Offensive actions include straight left to body and right uppercut to head.
Shadow and mirror boxing are common training drills.
Four combat ranges in boxing — long, medium, close and infighting — are widely accepted.
Hence1, 2 and 3 are all correct.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q493. Regarding the initial office and organizational structure of Indian Amateur Boxing Federation (IABF):
1) First office at 62, Majestic Hotel in Bombay.
2) Bombay formed the core with most office-bearers from the city.
3) Inaugural meeting at Governor's Pavilion of Cricket Club of India.
Which statements are correct?

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct

All three statements are historically accurate about the IABF's founding.
Answer: 1, 2 and 3 are Correct.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 1 · Sports bodies and headquarters

Q494. Consider the following statements regarding NADA India's Education Plan objectives:
1) Aims to promote sportsmanship and fair play.
2) Focuses on penalizing athletes rather than education.
3) Provides accurate, timely anti-doping information to all stakeholders.
Which is/are correct?

  1. (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 1 and 3 are Correct
  4. (d) 1, 2 and 3 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Only 1 and 3 are Correct

Statement 1 CORRECT: promotes sportsmanship.
Statement 2 INCORRECT: focuses on education, not penalizing.
Statement 3 CORRECT: provides timely anti-doping information.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 1 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q495. What was the official mascot of the Khelo India Winter Games 2024?

  1. (a) Bharati the Leopard
  2. (b) Mauli
  3. (c) Veera the Bull
  4. (d) Snow leopard 'Sheen-e She' (Shan)
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Snow leopard 'Sheen-e She' (Shan)

The official mascot of Khelo India Winter Games 2024 was a Snow leopard named 'Sheen-e She' (Shan), held in J&K and Ladakh.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 2 · Athletics - events, rules and specifications

Q496. Which of the following statements accurately reflects the biomechanical coordination during the throwing phase of discus throw?

  1. (a) The shoulders and trunk continue rotating till 1 minute after the discus is released to maintain momentum.
  2. (b) The left foot remains fixed while the right foot rotates and stays straight throughout the motion.
  3. (c) Both knees stay straight during rotation, but the right knee bends after forward extension for balance.
  4. (d) The body's weight shifts entirely to the left foot while the right leg stabilizes the upper body lean.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Both knees stay straight during rotation, but the right knee bends after forward extension for balance.

In discus throw, during rotation both knees remain relatively straight; after the forward extension and as the thrower comes through, the right knee bends to provide balance and support to the body.
The other options are biomechanically inaccurate.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q497. Which describes the "bunch start" position in sprinting?

  1. (a) Blocks 25–30 inches from line, feet parallel
  2. (b) Blocks 16–19 inches from line, rear toe and front heel aligned
  3. (c) Hips below shoulders, arms bent
  4. (d) Toes ahead of starting line
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Blocks 16–19 inches from line, rear toe and front heel aligned

In the bunch (or bullet) start used in sprinting, the starting blocks are placed close together — about 16-19 inches from the starting line — and the rear toe is aligned with the front heel.
This enables a quick start but is less stable than the medium/elongated start.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 3 · Sports and famous players

Q498. Statements about Indian Athletics:
1. Milkha Singh was the first Indian athlete to win an individual Commonwealth Games gold medal.
2. At Moscow 1980 Olympics PT Usha missed a bronze in 400m hurdles by one hundredth of a second at age 20.
3. The National Institute of Sports is located in Pune.
Which of these statements are correct?

  1. (a) Only 1 is Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 and 3 are Correct
  3. (c) Only 2 is Correct
  4. (d) Only 3 is Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Only 1 is Correct

Statement 1 is correct: Milkha Singh won the 440 yards gold at the 1958 Cardiff CWG — the first individual CWG gold for India.
Statement 2 is incorrect: PT Usha missed the 400 m hurdles bronze by 1/100 s at the 1984 LA Olympics (not Moscow 1980).
Statement 3 is incorrect: the National Institute of Sports is at Patiala, not Pune.
Hence only 1 is correct.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q499. In a Grand Slam men's singles match, when is a fifth set tiebreak played under current rules?

  1. (a) Only after 12–12 games in the fifth set
  2. (b) At 6–6 in the fifth set
  3. (c) No tiebreak is allowed in the fifth set
  4. (d) After 10–10 in the fifth set
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) At 6–6 in the fifth set

Since 2022, all four Grand Slams use a uniform rule: a 10-point tiebreak is played at 6–6 in the deciding (5th) set in men's singles.
Hence option 2 is correct.
SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 23 September 2025 Shift 3 · Sports terminology

Q500. Match the Water Polo terms with their correct definitions:
[TABLE]
Terms | Definitions
A) Center forward | 1) Defensive player countering the opposition's main attacker
B) Driver | 2) Player swimming quickly into goal-scoring position without the ball
C) Center back | 3) Main attacking player positioned near opponent's goal between 2m and 4m lines
D) Dead-time | 4) Time between foul whistle and play restart
[/TABLE]

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

Answer: (b) A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4

In Water Polo:
Center forward → main attacker near opponent's goal (3).
Driver → swims quickly into goal-scoring position (2).
Center back → defensive player covering centre forward (1).
Dead-time → time between foul whistle and restart (4).
Hence A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4.
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