The 'World Rugby' was formerly known as? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'World Rugby' was formerly known as?

A. International Rugby Board (IRB)

B. Rugby Football Union

C. World Rugby Federation

D. Rugby World Cup Board

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

World Rugby was originally founded as the International Rugby Football Board in 1886 and renamed IRB before adopting its current name in 2014.

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