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Q601. Which of the following locations was among the venues that hosted the inaugural Khelo India Beach Games in 2025?

  1. (a) Diu
  2. (b) Chennai
  3. (c) Goa
  4. (d) Kochi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Diu

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 11 August 2025 Shift 3 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q602. What is the focus of the Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports?

  1. (a) Training and development of sports professionals
  2. (b) Construction of gyms in every part of India
  3. (c) Establishing fitness clubs for youngsters
  4. (d) Building swimming pools for agile swimmers
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Training and development of sports professionals

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 August 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q603. In 2025, which city in France hosted the French Open tennis tournament?

  1. (a) Lyon
  2. (b) Paris
  3. (c) Nice
  4. (d) Marseille
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Paris

Q604. Which metal is primarily used to make Olympic gold medals?

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

Answer: (b) Silver

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Silver
Olympic gold medals are primarily made of silver (at least 92.5% pure silver) coated with a minimum of 6 grams of gold plating. They have been made this way since the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. Pure solid gold medals were last awarded at the 1912 Games.
Option 1 (Gold): Pure gold medals are not used; gold medals contain only a gold coating over silver.
Option 3 (Bronze): Bronze (copper-tin alloy) is used for the third-place medal.
Option 4 (Copper): Used in bronze medals; not in gold medals.

Q605. Which of the following sportspersons has been a nominated Rajya Sabha member since 2022?

  1. (a) PT Usha
  2. (b) Mary Kom
  3. (c) Abhinav Bindra
  4. (d) Sachin Tendulkar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) PT Usha

Correct Answer: Option 1 – PT Usha
P.T. Usha (Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha), the legendary Indian sprinter known as the 'Payyoli Express' and 'Queen of Indian Track and Field,' was nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President in July 2022. She was subsequently elected as the President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in December 2022.
Option 2 (Mary Kom): Was nominated to the Rajya Sabha in 2016; her term ended in 2022 before PT Usha's nomination.
Option 3 (Abhinav Bindra): India's first individual Olympic gold medallist; not a Rajya Sabha member.
Option 4 (Sachin Tendulkar): Was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2012; his term ended in 2018.

Q606. Given below are the statements in assertion and reason. Choose the correct options:
Assertion (A): An athlete found with banned substances in their system, even unintentionally, can still face penalties.
Reason (R): Under WADA rules, athletes are strictly liable for any prohibited substance found in their body.

  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: (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Assertion A is CORRECT: Under anti-doping rules, athletes can be penalized even for unintentional doping. Many cases involve contaminated supplements or prescribed medications containing banned substances.
Reason R is CORRECT and explains A: The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code applies the principle of 'strict liability' – an athlete is responsible for any prohibited substance found in their body sample, regardless of how it got there or whether there was intent. This principle directly explains why unintentional cases still result in penalties.
Since both A and R are true and R correctly explains A, Option 1 is correct.

Q607. The first ever South Asian Games held in India took place in which year?

  1. (a) 1982
  2. (b) 1987
  3. (c) 1991
  4. (d) 1995
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1987

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 1987
The South Asian Federation (SAF) Games were first held in 1984 in Kathmandu, Nepal. The first time India hosted the South Asian Games was in 1987, when the 3rd SAF Games were held in Calcutta (Kolkata). India hosted the Games again in 1995 (Madras) and later years.
Option 1 (1982): The 1982 Asian Games were held in New Delhi (not South Asian Games).
Option 3 (1991): The 5th SAF Games were held in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Option 4 (1995): The 7th SAF Games were held in Chennai, India – India's second time hosting, not the first.

Q608. In which year did India win its first Olympic gold medal in hockey?

  1. (a) 1928
  2. (b) 1932
  3. (c) 1948
  4. (d) 1952
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1928

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1928
India won its first Olympic gold medal in field hockey at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics, defeating the Netherlands 3-0 in the final. India went on to win 6 consecutive Olympic gold medals in hockey from 1928 to 1956.
Option 2 (1932): India also won gold at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, but it was the second gold, not the first.
Option 3 (1948) and Option 4 (1952): India won gold at both these Olympics as well, but these were subsequent victories.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 1 August 2025 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q609. Which piece moves in an 'L' shape in chess?

  1. (a) Rook
  2. (b) Bishop
  3. (c) Knight
  4. (d) Queen
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Knight

TheKnightis the piece that moves in an 'L' shape in chess. It moves two squares in one direction (vertically or horizontally) and then one square perpendicular to that direction.
Here is a quick summary of how the other pieces move:
Rook:Moves in straight lines (horizontally or vertically).
Bishop:Moves diagonally.
Queen:Combines the movements of both the Rook and the Bishop.

Q610. In which year did India lift its first Cricket World Cup in the 50-over format?

  1. (a) 1983
  2. (b) 1992
  3. (c) 2003
  4. (d) 2011
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1983

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1983
India won its first Cricket World Cup (50-over ODI format) in 1983 at Lord's Cricket Ground, London, under the captaincy of Kapil Dev. India defeated the West Indies in the final by 43 runs.
Option 2 (1992): India did not win the 1992 World Cup.
Option 3 (2003): India reached the 2003 World Cup final but lost to Australia.
Option 4 (2011): India won the 2011 World Cup at home under MS Dhoni's captaincy – their second ODI World Cup win.

Q611. Which city hosted the first Asian Games in 1951?

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

Answer: (c) New Delhi

Correct Answer: Option 3 – New Delhi
The first Asian Games (1st Asiad) were held in New Delhi, India, in March 1951, under the patronage of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. India was also the founder of the Asian Games Federation.
Option 1 (Tokyo): Tokyo hosted the 3rd Asian Games in 1958.
Option 2 (Bangkok): Bangkok hosted the 5th Asian Games in 1966.
Option 4 (Jakarta): Jakarta hosted the 4th Asian Games in 1962.

Q612. Where was the first Cricket World Cup held in 1975?

  1. (a) India
  2. (b) England
  3. (c) Australia
  4. (d) West Indies
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) England

Correct Answer: Option 2 – England
The first Cricket World Cup (officially the Prudential Cup) was held in England in June 1975. West Indies won the tournament, defeating Australia in the final at Lord's Cricket Ground.
Option 1 (India): India hosted the 1987 World Cup (jointly with Pakistan).
Option 3 (Australia): Australia hosted the 1992 World Cup (jointly with New Zealand).
Option 4 (West Indies): West Indies won the first World Cup but did not host it.

Q613. In which year did the first IPL (Indian Premier League) cricket tournament take place?

  1. (a) 2005
  2. (b) 2007
  3. (c) 2008
  4. (d) 2010
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 2008

Correct Answer: Option 3 – 2008
The Indian Premier League (IPL), organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), held its inaugural edition in 2008. The first IPL season ran from April 18 to June 1, 2008. Eight franchise teams participated. The inaugural match was between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The first IPL champion was Rajasthan Royals, who defeated Chennai Super Kings in the final. Shane Warne (Rajasthan Royals captain) and Brendon McCullum (KKR, scored 158* in the opening match) were among the first season's iconic moments.
Option 1 (2005): No IPL in 2005. The Twenty20 format at domestic level existed, but IPL hadn't started yet.
Option 2 (2007): The ICC World Twenty20 was held in 2007 (won by India). IPL started a year later in 2008.
Option 4 (2010): IPL's 3rd edition was in 2010. The first edition was 2008.

Q614. How many Olympic gold medals has the Indian men's hockey team won?

  1. (a) 6
  2. (b) 8
  3. (c) 10
  4. (d) 12
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 8

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 8
The Indian men's hockey team has won 8 Olympic gold medals — the most by any nation in Olympic field hockey history. The eight gold medals were won at: 1928 (Amsterdam), 1932 (Los Angeles), 1936 (Berlin), 1948 (London), 1952 (Helsinki), 1956 (Melbourne), 1964 (Tokyo), 1980 (Moscow). India dominated Olympic hockey for five decades (1928–1980). India also won 1 silver (1960) and 2 bronze medals (1968, 1972) in this era. The 2021 Tokyo Olympics saw India win bronze — ending a 41-year Olympic medal drought.
Option 1 (6): Incorrect — India won 8 Olympic gold medals, not 6.
Option 3 (10): Incorrect — the total is 8 gold medals.
Option 4 (12): Incorrect — India won 8 gold medals in Olympic hockey.

Q615. Identify the correct option from given statements:
Assertion (A): India's hosting of the 141st IOC Session in Mumbai was a significant milestone that led to the inclusion of Kabaddi in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Reason (R): The IOC General Body approved the inclusion of Cricket during the session, and India also expressed its intention to host the Youth Olympics 2030 and Summer Olympics 2036.

  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.

Correct Answer: Option 4 – A is false, but R is true
Assertion (A) is FALSE: The 141st IOC Session was held in Mumbai (October 2023). However, it did NOT lead to the inclusion of Kabaddi in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. What was approved were Cricket/T20, Squash, Lacrosse, Flag Football, and Baseball/Softball for the 2028 LA Olympics — not Kabaddi. The Assertion incorrectly states Kabaddi was included.
Reason (R) is TRUE: The IOC General Body at the 141st IOC Session did approve the inclusion of Cricket (T20 format) among the new sports for LA 2028. India also formally expressed its ambition to host the Youth Olympic Games 2030 and bid for the 2036 Summer Olympics (with Ahmedabad as the proposed host city). The Reason's content is factually accurate.
Since A is false and R is true = Option 4 (D).
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 31 July 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q616. Consider the following statements regarding the standard dimensions of a competitive swimming pool:
1. The minimum lane width in a standard Olympic swimming pool is 3 meters.
2. The water temperature for competitions must remain between 25°C and 28°C.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. (a) Only 1 is Correct
  2. (b) Only 2 is Correct
  3. (c) 1 and 2 both are correct
  4. (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only 2 is Correct

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Only 2 is Correct
Statement 1 (FALSE): In a standard FINA (now World Aquatics) Olympic swimming pool, the minimum lane width is 2.5 meters (not 3 meters). Olympic pools have 10 lanes, each 2.5 m wide, with additional buffer lanes of 0.5 m on each side. The total pool width is 25 m (10 × 2.5 m). So the 3-meter claim is incorrect.
Statement 2 (TRUE): World Aquatics (formerly FINA) regulations specify that the water temperature for competitive swimming must be maintained between 25°C and 28°C. This range ensures comfortable conditions for swimmers and standardised performance.

Q617. Consider the following statements about Indian women at the Winter Olympics:
1) Shailaja Kumar was the first Indian woman to compete in 1988.
2) Neha Ahuja was the first to qualify by standards in 2006.
3) India has regularly sent multiple women athletes since 1988.
Which of the statements 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) Neither 1 nor 2 are Correct
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Only 1 and 2 are Correct
Statement 1 (TRUE): Shailaja Kumari (also written as Shailaja Kumar) was indeed the first Indian woman to compete at the Winter Olympics, participating in the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics in the Alpine skiing event.
Statement 2 (TRUE): Neha Ahuja became the first Indian woman to qualify for the Winter Olympics based on merit/qualifying standards in 2006 — a milestone for Indian women's participation in the Winter Games.
Statement 3 (FALSE): India has NOT regularly sent multiple women athletes since 1988. India's Winter Olympic participation has been sporadic and limited. Many editions had no Indian women competitors, and when present, it was typically one or two athletes. India does not have a strong, regular women's Winter Olympic tradition.

Q618. The Indian Olympic Association was formed in which year?

  1. (a) 1927
  2. (b) 1920
  3. (c) 1930
  4. (d) 1947
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1927

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1927
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) was founded in 1927 by Sir Dorabji Tata (its first President) and Harry Buck. The IOA is the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of India, affiliated to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). It is responsible for selecting and sending Indian athletes to the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games. India first participated in the Olympics in 1900 (Norman Pritchard, silver medals in 200m sprint and 200m hurdles) but the IOA was formally constituted in 1927.
Option 2 (1920): India participated in the 1920 Antwerp Olympics but the IOA was not yet formed; India was represented informally.
Option 3 (1930): The IOA was already established by 1927; 1930 is incorrect.
Option 4 (1947): India's independence year; the IOA predates independence, having been formed in 1927.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 30 July 2025 Shift 1 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q619. What is the time limit for a raider in Kabaddi?

  1. (a) 20 sec
  2. (b) 30 sec
  3. (c) 40 sec
  4. (d) 1 min
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 30 sec

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 30 seconds
In Kabaddi, a raider (the player who crosses into the opponent's half) has 30 seconds to touch as many defenders as possible and return to their own half — all while chanting 'kabaddi, kabaddi' continuously (in traditional rules) without taking a breath. If the raider fails to return within 30 seconds or is tackled by defenders, they are declared out. The 30-second time limit is standard in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) and international Kabaddi (under Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India rules).
Option 1 (20 sec): Incorrect — the standard raid time is 30 seconds in official Kabaddi rules.
Option 3 (40 sec): Incorrect — 40 seconds exceeds the standard time limit.
Option 4 (1 min): Incorrect — 1 minute would be too long for a single raid in competitive Kabaddi.

Q620. How many gold medals did India win in Wrestling at the Birmingham 2022 CWG?

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

Answer: (b) 6

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 6
At the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, India won 6 gold medals in wrestling. Indian wrestling gold medal winners at CWG 2022: Bajrang Punia (Freestyle 65 kg), Sakshi Malik (Freestyle 62 kg), Deepak Punia (Freestyle 86 kg), Vinesh Phogat (Freestyle 53 kg), Ravi Kumar Dahiya (Freestyle 57 kg), and Anshu Malik (Freestyle 57 kg — she won silver, correction: Naveen (Freestyle 74 kg)). Wrestling was one of India's strongest disciplines at CWG 2022, contributing significantly to India's total of 61 medals.
Option 1 (4): Incorrect — India won 6 gold medals in wrestling at CWG 2022.
Option 3 (8): Incorrect — the count was 6 gold medals.
Option 4 (5): Incorrect — the correct number is 6.

Q621. Which sport contributed the most gold medals to India in the Olympics?

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

Answer: (a) Hockey

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Hockey
Field Hockey has contributed the most Olympic gold medals to India — 8 gold medals in total. India's Olympic gold medals in Hockey: 1928 (Amsterdam), 1932 (Los Angeles), 1936 (Berlin), 1948 (London), 1952 (Helsinki), 1956 (Melbourne), 1964 (Tokyo), 1980 (Moscow). India also won silver in 1960 (Rome) and bronze in 1968 (Mexico City), 1972 (Munich), and 2020 Tokyo (bronze). Hockey was India's dominant sport for decades under legends like Dhyan Chand.
Option 2 (Badminton): Saina Nehwal (Bronze, 2012), P.V. Sindhu (Silver 2016, Bronze 2020) — no gold medals yet in Olympic Badminton for India.
Option 3 (Boxing): Vijender Singh (Bronze, 2008) — no Olympic gold medal in Boxing for India.
Option 4 (Shooting): Abhinav Bindra (Gold, 2008) — India's only individual Olympic gold medal in shooting (so far). One gold vs. Hockey's 8.

Q622. What was the total number of medals India secured at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou?

  1. (a) 111
  2. (b) 107
  3. (c) 70
  4. (d) 98
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 107

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 107
At the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China (September 23 – October 8, 2023), India had its best-ever performance with a total of 107 medals: 28 Gold, 38 Silver, and 41 Bronze medals. India finished 4th in the overall medal tally. This surpassed India's previous best of 70 medals at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta-Palembang. Neeraj Chopra (Javelin), the Indian hockey team, shooting contingent, and athletics team contributed significantly.
Option 1 (111): Incorrect medal count — India won 107, not 111.
Option 3 (70): India's medal tally at the 2018 Asian Games (Jakarta) — not 2023.
Option 4 (98): Incorrect figure; not India's 2023 Asian Games medal count.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 29 July 2025 Shift 2 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q623. Assertion (A): The 37th National Games in Goa saw participation from all Indian States and Union Territories.
Reason (R): Over 10,000 sportspersons, coaches, and officials participated in this edition of the Games.

  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: (b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
Assertion (A) is TRUE: The 37th National Games were held in Goa (October 26 – November 9, 2023), and all 28 States and 8 Union Territories participated — making it one of the most inclusive editions.
Reason (R) is TRUE: The 37th National Games saw participation from over 10,000 athletes, coaches, and officials across 43 sports disciplines.
R does NOT explain A: The fact that over 10,000 participants joined is a consequence of all states/UTs participating — it describes the scale of participation, not the reason why all states/UTs participated. A (all states/UTs participated) is an organisational fact about the event's coverage; R (10,000+ participants) is a quantitative outcome of that broad participation. R does not causally explain why all states/UTs participated — it is a separate factual statement about numbers.

Q624. Match the following Judo terms with their correct descriptions:
Column A (Terms) — Column B (Descriptions)
A. Ippon — 1. Major rule breach leading to disqualification
B. Hansoku -make — 2. Immediate victory by throw, hold, or submission
C. Waza-ari — 3. Partial point for lesser throw or 10-second hold
D. Sixth kyu (Senior) — 4. Beginner rank indicated by a light blue belt

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

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

Correct Answer: Option 1 – A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
A. Ippon (2 – Immediate victory by throw, hold, or submission): Ippon is the highest score in Judo — awarded for a perfectly executed technique resulting in immediate victory. Achieved by: throwing opponent cleanly on their back with force/speed, holding opponent on their back for 20 seconds ( osae-komi ), or submission via joint lock ( kansetsu-waza ) or choke ( shime-waza ).
B. Hansoku -make (1 – Major rule breach leading to disqualification): Hansoku -make is a major penalty in Judo for a serious rule infringement — it results in immediate disqualification of the offender and victory for the opponent. Minor infringements result in Shido (warning); three Shidos equal a Hansoku -make.
C. Waza-ari (3 – Partial point for lesser throw or 10-second hold): Waza-ari is a half-point score, below Ippon — awarded for a near-ippon throw (partial execution) or holding for 10–19 seconds. Two Waza-ari equal an Ippon.
D. Sixth kyu (Sixth Kyu/Senior — 4 – Beginner rank indicated by a light blue belt): In Judo's kyu (student) grading system, 6th Kyu is for beginners and is indicated by a white or light blue belt depending on the federation.

Q625. Assertion (A): Jeremy Bujakowski was the first Indian to compete at the Winter Olympics, participating in the 1964 and 1968 Games.
Reason (R): India did not participate in the Winter Olympics for 20 years after Bujakowski's era.

  1. (a) Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A.
  2. (b) Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.
  3. (c) A is true, but R is false.
  4. (d) A is false, but R is true.
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A
Assertion (A) is TRUE: Jeremy Bujakowski was indeed the first Indian athlete to compete at the Winter Olympics. He participated in Alpine skiing at the 1964 Innsbruck Winter Olympics and the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics — representing India in alpine skiing events.
Reason (R) is TRUE: After Bujakowski's participation in 1968, India did not send any athletes to the Winter Olympics for approximately 20 years, returning in 1988 (Calgary) with a luge team. This gap of about 20 years is factually correct.
R does NOT explain A: The Reason (India's 20-year absence after Bujakowski) is a fact about what happened AFTER Bujakowski's era — it does not causally explain WHY Bujakowski was the first Indian at the Winter Olympics. A and R are independent facts; R is a consequence/sequel to A's era, not a causal explanation of A.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 28 July 2025 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q626. The National Games of India are usually held every:

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

Answer: (a) 2 years

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 2 years
The National Games of India are a multi-sport event organized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and are typically held every two years, though scheduling has been irregular due to various reasons. The National Games were first held in 1924 (as Indian Olympic Games) and have been hosted in various states. The 37th National Games were held in Goa (2023) and the 38th were held in Uttarakhand (2025).
Option 2 (4 years): The Olympic Games follow a 4-year cycle; National Games traditionally follow a 2-year cycle.
Option 3 (1 year): Annual frequency does not match the National Games schedule.
Option 4 (3 years): Not the standard scheduled frequency for National Games.

Q627. In which year were the first Asian Games held?

  1. (a) 1948
  2. (b) 1951
  3. (c) 1954
  4. (d) 1960
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1951

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 1951
The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi, India in March 1951. They were organized by the Asian Games Federation (now Olympic Council of Asia). India's Guru Dutt Sondhi was instrumental in establishing the Games. 11 nations and 489 athletes participated in the inaugural edition. The Asian Games are held every four years.
Option 1 (1948): 1948 was the year of the London Olympics (first post-WWII Olympics); the Asian Games had not yet begun.
Option 3 (1954): The 2nd Asian Games were held in Manila, Philippines in 1954.
Option 4 (1960): The 3rd Asian Games were held in Tokyo, Japan in 1958 (not 1960); 1960 was the Rome Olympics.

Q628. "Raid" is a commonly used term in which Indian sport?

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

Answer: (c) Kabaddi

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Kabaddi
In Kabaddi, a 'Raid' is the core offensive action where a raider (from the attacking team) crosses the midline into the opponents' half, tags as many defenders as possible, and returns to their own half — all in a single breath while chanting 'Kabaddi.' The raider scores points for each defender touched. If the raider is tackled before returning, the defending team scores. The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) has made raid statistics a key metric in the game.
Option 1 (Cricket): Cricket uses terms like 'over,' 'wicket,' 'innings,' 'boundary,' 'run'; 'raid' is not a cricket term.
Option 2 (Football): Football uses 'goal,' 'offside,' 'penalty,' 'corner'; 'raid' is not a standard football term.
Option 4 (Hockey): Hockey uses 'penalty corner,' 'bully,' 'goal,' 'drag flick'; 'raid' is not a hockey term.

Q629. Match the following commonly used Judo terms with their correct meanings:
List I (Judo Term) — List II (Meaning)
A. Hajime — 1. Temporarily stop a contest
B. Mate — 2. Breaking the balance of the opponent
C. Toketa — 3. Start the bout
D. Kuzushi — 4. If the pinned opponent successfully breaks the pin

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

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

Correct Answer: Option 1 – A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
A. Hajime (3 – Start the bout): 'Hajime' means 'begin' in Japanese; it is the referee's command to start or resume a Judo contest.
B. Mate (1 – Temporarily stop a contest): 'Mate' means 'wait' or 'stop'; the referee calls 'Mate' to temporarily halt the contest (e.g., when players go out of bounds, for injury, or to reset).
C. Toketa (4 – If the pinned opponent successfully breaks the pin): 'Toketa' is called by the referee when the player being held/pinned (osaekomi) successfully escapes or breaks free from the hold-down.
D. Kuzushi (2 – Breaking the balance of the opponent): 'Kuzushi' refers to the technique of breaking the opponent's balance/posture as the first phase of a Judo throw (before the entry/tsukuri and execution/kake).
Correct matching: A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 = Option A.

Q630. Which governing body organizes the Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic cricket tournament?

  1. (a) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
  2. (b) Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
  3. (c) Sports Authority of India (SAI)
  4. (d) All India Football Federation (AIFF)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
The Ranji Trophy is India's premier domestic first-class cricket tournament, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). It was first played in 1934–35 and is named after Ranjitsinhji (K.S. Ranjitsinhji), the legendary Indian-born cricketer. Teams represent Indian states and regions; Mumbai holds the record for most Ranji Trophy titles.
Option 2 (IOA): The Indian Olympic Association governs the Olympic movement in India and sends athletes to the Olympics; it has no role in cricket tournaments.
Option 3 (SAI): The Sports Authority of India is a government body for sports infrastructure and training; it does not organize cricket tournaments.
Option 4 (AIFF): The All India Football Federation governs football in India; it has no role in cricket.

Q631. What is the name given to the points scored in a basketball game?

  1. (a) Goal
  2. (b) Point
  3. (c) Run
  4. (d) Touchdown
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Point

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Point
In basketball, scores are measured in Points. A successful field goal (basket) scores 2 points if taken from inside the three-point arc, or 3 points if from beyond the arc. A successful free throw scores 1 point. The team with the most points at the end wins.
Option 1 (Goal): 'Goal' is the scoring term in football (soccer), field hockey, and similar sports; not used in basketball.
Option 3 (Run): 'Run' is the scoring term in cricket, baseball, and athletics; not used in basketball.
Option 4 (Touchdown): 'Touchdown' is the scoring term in American football; not used in basketball.

Q632. In which year did India participate in the Olympics for the first time?

  1. (a) 1900
  2. (b) 1920
  3. (c) 1928
  4. (d) 1948
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1900

Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1900
India first participated in the modern Olympic Games in 1900 at the Paris Olympics (2nd modern Olympiad). India sent one athlete — Norman Pritchard (an Anglo-Indian) — who competed in athletics events (100m, 200m sprint, 110m hurdles, 200m hurdles). He won two silver medals (in the 200m sprint and 200m hurdles), making India's first Olympic medal winners.
Option 2 (1920): India (then British India) participated more formally with a larger team at the Antwerp Olympics 1920; but first participation was 1900.
Option 3 (1928): India's field hockey team debuted at the Amsterdam Olympics 1928 and won the first of its 8 Olympic gold medals in hockey; but India first participated in 1900.
Option 4 (1948): India participated in the London Olympics 1948 as an independent nation for the first time post-Independence; but Olympic participation began in 1900.

Q633. Which organization in India is responsible for testing athletes for doping violations?

  1. (a) IOA
  2. (b) AIFF
  3. (c) NADA
  4. (d) BCCI
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) NADA

Correct Answer: Option 3 – NADA
NADA (National Anti-Doping Agency) is India's national body responsible for promoting, coordinating, and monitoring India's anti-doping program in sports. NADA conducts doping tests (in-competition and out-of-competition), maintains the Registered Testing Pool (RTP) of elite athletes, and adjudicates anti-doping rule violations. It works in accordance with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) code.
Option 1 (IOA): The Indian Olympic Association governs India's Olympic participation and sports federations; it does not conduct doping tests.
Option 2 (AIFF): The All India Football Federation governs football in India; it does not conduct national doping tests for all athletes.
Option 4 (BCCI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India governs cricket; it has its own anti-doping framework but NADA is the national-level anti-doping body across all sports.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 26 July 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q634. Which of the following situations will result in a point awarded to the defending team in Kabaddi?

  1. (a) The raider tags two defenders and crosses the midline
  2. (b) The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid
  3. (c) The raider touches the bonus line without being tackled
  4. (d) The defending team crosses the lobby before contact
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid

T he correct answer is:The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid.
Why this option is correct:
🟢The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid: According to the official International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) rules, a raider must maintain a continuous, audible chant of the word "Kabaddi" (known as the "Cant") in a single breath throughout the entire raid. If the raider stops chanting or takes a second breath while in the opponent's half, they are declared "out," and1 point is awarded to the defending team.

Q635. The Asian Games are held every how many years?

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

Answer: (c) 4

Correct Answer: Option 3 – 4
The Asian Games (Asiad) are held every four years, organized by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). They are multi-sport events for athletes from all across Asia. The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1951. Recent editions include Jakarta-Palembang 2018 and Hangzhou 2023 (postponed from 2022). India has hosted the Asian Games in 1951 (New Delhi) and 1982 (New Delhi).
Option 1 (2 years): Not correct; the Asian Games follow a 4-year cycle similar to the Olympics.
Option 2 (3 years): Not correct.
Option 4 (5 years): Not correct; the 4-year cycle aligns with the Olympic Games schedule.

Q636. What is the function of the "Speak Up!" portal launched by NADA (National Anti Doping Agency)?

  1. (a) File event participation reports
  2. (b) Report Anti-Doping Rule Violations confidentially
  3. (c) Apply for Therapeutic Use Exemptions
  4. (d) Register athletes for Olympic qualification
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Report Anti-Doping Rule Violations confidentially

Correct Answer: Option 2 – Report Anti-Doping Rule Violations confidentially
The 'Speak Up!' portal, launched by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India, is a confidential whistleblower platform that allows athletes, coaches, support staff, and others to report Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) anonymously. It enables reporting of doping practices, illegal substance use, and related violations in Indian sports without fear of retaliation, thereby supporting NADA's clean sport mandate.
Option 1 (Event participation reports): This is handled through sports federation platforms, not the Speak Up portal.
Option 3 (Therapeutic Use Exemptions): TUEs (permitting athletes to use otherwise banned medications for medical reasons) are applied for through a separate TUE Committee process.
Option 4 (Olympic qualification registration): Handled by national sports federations and the Indian Olympic Association; not NADA's portal.

Q637. Given below are the column A which have sports event and column B has Venue. Choose the correct option by matching Events and Venue.
Column A (Sports Event) | Column B (Venue)
A. FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup | i . Buddha International Circuit
B. MotoGP Bharat | ii. Bhubaneshwar and Rourkela
C. IBA Women's World Boxing Championship | iii. New Delhi
D. IOC Session | iv. Mumbai

  1. (a) a–ii, b– i , c–iii, d–iv
  2. (b) a–iii, b–ii, c– i , d–iv
  3. (c) a–iv, b–ii, c–iii, d– i
  4. (d) a–ii, b– i , c–iv, d–ii
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) a–ii, b– i , c–iii, d–iv

Correct Answer: Option 1 – a–ii, b– i , c–iii, d–iv
FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 → Bhubaneswar and Rourkela (Odisha). The 15th edition of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup was held in January 2023 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, Rourkela and the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Match: A–ii.
MotoGP Bharat 2023 → Buddha International Circuit, Greater Noida (UP). India's first MotoGP race was held in September 2023 at the Buddha International Circuit. Match: B– i .
IBA Women's World Boxing Championship 2023 → New Delhi. The 13th IBA Women's World Boxing Championships were held in March 2023 in New Delhi. Match: C–iii.
IOC Session (141st) 2023 → Mumbai. The 141st International Olympic Committee Session was held in Mumbai in October 2023, during which the 2036 Summer Olympics host was discussed. Match: D–iv.
Correct matching: A–ii, B– i , C–iii, D–iv = Option 1.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 25 July 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q638. Which of the following situations will result in a point awarded to the defending team in Kabaddi?

  1. (a) The raider tags two defenders and crosses the midline
  2. (b) The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid
  3. (c) The raider touches the bonus line without being tackled
  4. (d) The defending team crosses the lobby before contact
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid

The correct answer isThe raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid.
Explanation of the Correct Option
🎯The raider fails to chant "Kabaddi" during the raid: In Kabaddi, maintaining a continuous, clear, and audible chant of the word "Kabaddi" in a single breath is known as the"Cant". If a raider loses their breath, takes a second breath, or stops chanting while in the opponent's territory, the umpire declares the raider out. This rule immediately terminates the raid andawards 1 point to the defending team.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 24 July 2025 Shift 1 · National championships - venues and winners

Q639. Where was the Santosh Trophy Final 2023, a national football championship, held?

  1. (a) Kerala
  2. (b) Riyadh
  3. (c) Odisha
  4. (d) Punjab
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Riyadh

The Santosh Trophy 2022-23 (often referred to as the 2023 edition) final was held inRiyadh, Saudi Arabia.
This was a historic milestone for the tournament, as it marked the first time the domestic Indian championship was decided on foreign soil. In the final, held at the King Fahd International Stadium on March 4, 2023,Karnatakadefeated Meghalaya 3–2 to claim the title.
Summary of the 2022–23 Santosh Trophy Final
Winner:Karnataka
Runners-up:Meghalaya
Final Venue:King Fahd International Stadium, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Date:March 4, 2023

Q640. Which color medal is awarded for the first position in the Olympics?

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

Answer: (c) Gold

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Gold
At the Olympic Games, the Gold medal is awarded for first place (winner), Silver for second place, and Bronze for third place. This tradition has been maintained since the 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis. The Gold medal is actually made mostly of silver, with at least 6 grams of gold plating.
Option 1 (Bronze): Third place.
Option 2 (Silver): Second place.
Option 4 (Platinum): Not an Olympic medal category.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 24 July 2025 Shift 2 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q641. How many players are there in a standard Kabaddi team on the field?

  1. (a) 9
  2. (b) 7
  3. (c) 6
  4. (d) 5
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 7

Correct Answer: Option 2 – 7
A standard Kabaddi team has 7 players on the field at a time, with a squad of 12 players (7 playing, 5 substitutes). The game is played between two teams of 7 players each on a rectangular court. Kabaddi is India's national sport of contact and is widely played across South Asia.
Option 1 (9): Not the standard number for Kabaddi (9-a-side is used in some other sports).
Option 3 (6): Not the standard field count for Kabaddi.
Option 4 (5): 5-a-side is used in Circle Kabaddi (a variant), not standard Kabaddi.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 24 July 2025 Shift 3 · Other sports and tournaments (tennis, chess, badminton, etc.)

Q642. Which of the following statements about Kho-Kho rules is correct?

  1. (a) A chaser may change direction only within free zones outside the poles
  2. (b) A runner is not out even if they step outside the playing area while escaping
  3. (c) The chasing team has all nine players sitting in the central lane during attack
  4. (d) Early kho is when the active chaser taps the runner after calling ' kho '
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) A chaser may change direction only within free zones outside the poles

Correct Answer: Option 1 – A chaser may change direction only within free zones outside the poles
In Kho-Kho, chasers are restricted in their movement: they can only change their running direction when they are within the free zones (the areas at both ends of the court, outside the poles). This rule prevents chasers from cutting across and chasing in all directions, ensuring the game follows its tactical structure.
Option 2 (Runner not out if outside area): Incorrect — a runner IS out if they step outside the playing area (boundary) while escaping, unless they are touched to go out.
Option 3 (All nine sitting in central lane): Incorrect — eight chasers sit in the central lane in alternate squares between the poles; one chaser is active and pursues runners. Not all nine sit simultaneously during active play.
Option 4 (Early kho definition): Incorrect — 'Early kho ' is when a chaser gives the kho BEFORE touching the sitting chaser, which is a foul. Tapping after calling ' kho ' is the normal/correct procedure.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 24 July 2025 Shift 3 · Number of players and field dimensions

Q643. Consider the following statements about the squash court measurements and markings:
1) Short line: 4.26 m from back wall in singles, 4.57 m in doubles.
2) Tin: 48 cm high strip at front wall, like tennis net.
3) The half-court line and the short line essentially forms a L with the back wall as base.
Which of the statements 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: (a) Only 1 and 2 are Correct

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Only 1 and 2 are Correct
Statement 1 is CORRECT: In squash, the short line is located at 4.26 m from the back wall in singles (5.49 m from the front wall), and 4.57 m from the back wall in doubles courts.
Statement 2 is CORRECT: The tin is a 48 cm (19 inch) high metal strip at the base of the front wall. Like the net in tennis, any ball striking the tin is considered out of play.
Statement 3 is INCORRECT: The half-court line and the short line form a T-shape (like the letter T), not an L. The short line runs across the full width of the court, and the half-court line bisects it perpendicularly from the front wall to the short line, creating a T at their intersection.
Since statements 1 and 2 are correct but 3 is not, Option 1 (A) is the answer.
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 24 June 2025 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q644. As per February 2025 data, how many sports infrastructure projects have been approved under the Khelo India programme?

  1. (a) 123
  2. (b) 423
  3. (c) 223
  4. (d) 323
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 323

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 21 June 2025 Shift 3 · National championships - venues and winners

Q645. Who were the defending champions at the 15ᵗʰ Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2025?

  1. (a) Hockey Punjab
  2. (b) Hockey Haryana
  3. (c) Hockey Maharashtra
  4. (d) Hockey Jharkhand
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Hockey Jharkhand

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 19 June 2025 Shift 3 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q646. As of February 2025, how many Khelo India Centres have been established across India for training athletes?

  1. (a) 1205
  2. (b) 1041
  3. (c) 2021
  4. (d) 1511
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1041

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 19 June 2025 Shift 1 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q647. As of February 2025, how many athletes trained under Khelo India have set international records?

  1. (a) 1250
  2. (b) 1802
  3. (c) 1631
  4. (d) 1424
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1424

Q648. Which Indian state hosted the Khelo India Youth Games in 2025?

  1. (a) Uttar Pradesh
  2. (b) Bihar
  3. (c) Madhya Pradesh
  4. (d) West Bengal
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Bihar

Q649. What are the names of the venues where the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 was held?

  1. (a) Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, and Talkatora Stadium
  2. (b) Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium and Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium
  3. (c) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, and Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range
  4. (d) Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, and Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, and Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 10 June 2025 Shift 2 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q650. In December 2024, which nationwide movement was launched to promote cycling as a sustainable and inclusive fitness activity?

  1. (a) Cycle for Bharat Campaign
  2. (b) Ride for Health India
  3. (c) Fit India Pedal Mission
  4. (d) Fit India Sundays on Cycle
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Fit India Sundays on Cycle

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 10 June 2025 Shift 3 · Sports schemes and campaigns (Khelo India, Fit India)

Q651. According to February 2025 data, how many Khelo India Athletes were included in India's Paris 2024 Olympics contingent?

  1. (a) 38
  2. (b) 35
  3. (c) 31
  4. (d) 28
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 28

RRB JE CBT-1 2024-25 – 18 December 2024 Shift 2 · National championships - venues and winners

Q652. Which state hosted the 61^(st) edition of the Indian National Chess Championship in 2024?

  1. (a) Himachal Pradesh
  2. (b) Tamil Nadu
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Haryana
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Haryana

Answer: Option 4 — Haryana
The 61st National (Senior) Chess Championship, 2024, run by the All India Chess Federation (AICF), was held at Gurugram, Haryana.
Revision note — Indian chess
• All India Chess Federation (AICF) runs national chess; FIDE (founded 1924, Paris) runs world chess from Lausanne.
• Viswanathan Anand became India's first Grandmaster in 1988 and won the World Championship five times.
• India won both gold medals (open and women) at the 45th Chess Olympiad, Budapest, September 2024.
• D. Gukesh became the youngest undisputed World Champion (December 2024, Singapore, beating Ding Liren).
• India hosted the 44th Chess Olympiad at Mamallapuram (Chennai) in 2022; mascot Thambi.
Also asked from this topic: India's first chess Grandmaster (Viswanathan Anand); the full form of FIDE (Federation Internationale des Echecs).
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