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Question #161
Which of these sports uses a 'Net'?
A. Badminton
B. Tennis
C. Volleyball
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Nets are a central component of the playing field or rules in Tennis, Badminton, and Volleyball.
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Question #162
The term 'Offside' is commonly associated with which sport?
A. Golf
B. Tennis
C. Cricket
D. Football
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The offside rule is a fundamental law in Association Football (soccer).
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Question #163
What is the standard weight of a basketball for men's professional play?
A. 22 oz
B. 25 oz
C. 18 oz
D. 20 oz
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
A standard men's basketball (size 7) weighs approximately 22 ounces (623 grams).
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Question #164
Which Indian athlete won the first Olympic medal for India?
A. Sushil Kumar
B. Norman Pritchard
C. K.D. Jadhav
D. Leander Paes
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Norman Pritchard won two silver medals in athletics at the 1900 Paris Olympics.
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Question #165
The 'Laureus World Sports Award' is often referred to as:
A. The 'Pulitzer of Sports'
B. The 'Grammy of Sports'
C. The 'Nobel Prize of Sports'
D. The 'Oscars of Sports'
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Laureus World Sports Awards are often called the 'Oscars of Sports'.
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Question #166
Which of the following is a style of swimming?
A. All of the above
B. Butterfly
C. Breaststroke
D. Freestyle
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Freestyle, breaststroke, and butterfly are three of the four competitive swimming strokes.
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Question #167
The 'Jockey' is a term used in:
A. Tennis
B. Football
C. Horse Racing
D. Cricket
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A jockey is a person who rides a horse in horse racing competitions.
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Question #168
Which sport is played on a 'Court'?
A. All of the above
B. Badminton
C. Tennis
D. Basketball
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Tennis, basketball, and badminton are all played on a court.
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Question #169
The 'U-19 Cricket World Cup' is organized by:
A. BCCI
B. FIFA
C. ICC
D. FIH
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The ICC (International Cricket Council) organizes the Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
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Question #170
The term 'Check' is used in which game?
A. Chess
B. Football
C. Cricket
D. Hockey
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In chess, 'check' is a situation where the king is under direct attack.
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Question #171
Which sport is the 'Davis Cup' dedicated to?
A. Tennis
B. Football
C. Golf
D. Cricket
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Davis Cup is the international team competition in men's tennis.
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Question #172
The 'Ranji Trophy' is a premier tournament for:
A. Football
B. Hockey
C. First-class Cricket
D. Badminton
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Ranji Trophy is the premier first-class cricket tournament in India.
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Question #173
Which country is the birthplace of Judo?
A. Japan
B. China
C. South Korea
D. Thailand
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Judo was created in Japan in 1882 by Kano Jigoro.
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Question #174
The 'Polo' match is played on:
A. Foot
B. Bicycles
C. Horseback
D. Boats
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Polo is a team sport played on horseback.
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Question #175
Which of these is a term used in Hockey?
A. Checkmate
B. Googly
C. Ace
D. Penalty Corner
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
A penalty corner is a common restart rule in field hockey following certain fouls.
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Question #176
The 'Masters Tournament' is a prestigious tournament in:
A. Tennis
B. Golf
C. Cricket
D. Boxing
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Masters is one of the four major championships in professional golf.
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Question #177
Which sport uses the term 'Alley'?
A. Cricket
B. Tennis
C. Hockey
D. Football
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
In tennis, the alley is the additional area on the side of the court used for doubles matches.
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Question #178
The term 'Stumped' is used in:
A. Tennis
B. Football
C. Cricket
D. Chess
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
In cricket, 'stumped' occurs when the wicket-keeper dismisses the batsman.
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Question #179
Which country won the most medals in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
A. Japan
B. Great Britain
C. China
D. United States
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The United States won the most medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
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Question #180
The 'Ballon d'Or' is awarded for excellence in:
A. Cricket
B. Football
C. Basketball
D. Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Ballon d'Or is an annual football award given to the best male and female player.
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