Sports (Part-II) (Railway)

1. Among the given options, running and chasing is a unique feature of which sport? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(2) Golf
(1) Diving
(3) Kho-Kho
(4) Bridge

Correct Answer: (3) Kho-Kho

Solution:Kho-Kho is a traditional Indian tag game that involves a unique combination of running, chasing, and dodging. One team (chasing team) tries to tag the players of the other team (defending team) who are running and trying to avoid being tagged.

2. In which of the following sports "Vaulting Table' is used? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(1) Gymnastics
(2) Basketball
(3) Squash
(4) Fencing

Correct Answer: (1) Gymnastics

Solution:The vaulting table (or vault) is a central apparatus in artistic gymnastics, particularly in the men's and women's vaulting events. Gymnasts run, springboard onto a mat, launch themselves over the table, and perform acrobatic maneuvers in the air before landing.

3. Thang-ta is the martial art style of which of the following state? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(1) Manipur
(2) Sikkim
(3) Assam
(4) Mizoram

Correct Answer: (1) Manipur

Solution:Thang-Ta is an ancient martial art form originating from Manipur, a state in Northeast India. It is characterized by its use of the 'Thang' (sword) and 'Ta' (spear), along with unarmed combat techniques. It is an integral part of Manipuri culture and traditions.

4. In which of the following sports, baton is used in the given alternatives? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(1) relay
(2) scuba diving
(3) fencing
(4) football

Correct Answer: (1) relay

Solution:A baton is a short stick or cylinder passed from one runner to another in a relay race (primarily in track and field athletics). The successful exchange of the baton is crucial for a team's performance in relay events.

5. Which award is given to honor the outstanding sportsperson in the Commonwealth Games? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(1) Asia Cup
(2) David Dixon Trophy
(3) Ranji Trophy
(4) Bandodkar Trophy

Correct Answer: (2) David Dixon Trophy

Solution:The David Dixon Trophy is awarded at the end of each Commonwealth Games to the outstanding athlete of the Games. It is named after David Dixon, a former Secretary of the Commonwealth Games Federation.

6. Durand Cup is related to which of the following sports? [RRB RPF/RPSF S1 Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-III]

(1) Football
(2) Golf
(3) Rowing
(4) Chess

Correct Answer: (1) Football

Solution:

Durand Cup is one of the oldest football tournaments in Asia and the third oldest in the world. It is an annual Indian domestic football competition organized by the Durand Football Tournament Society.

7. What is the surname of Shoaib Akhtar? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-III]

(1) The Wall
(2) Jamie
(3) Flying Man
(4) Rawalpindi Express

Correct Answer: (4) Rawalpindi Express

Solution:Shoaib Akhtar, the former Pakistani cricketer known for his exceptional fast bowling, earned the nickname "Rawalpindi Express" due to his speed and his hometown of Rawalpindi.

8. Gaurav Bidhuri is related to which sport? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-II]

(1) Cricket
(2) Tennis
(3) Football
(4) Boxing

Correct Answer: (4) Boxing

Solution:Gaurav Bidhuri is an Indian boxer who has represented India in various international competitions, including the World Boxing Championships where he won a bronze medal.

9. Name the first player to take 500 wickets in cricket Test matches? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-III]

(1) Kapil Dev
(2) Anil Kumble
(3) Harbhajan Singh
(4) Javagal Srinath

Correct Answer: (2) Anil Kumble

Solution:Anil Kumble took 619 wickets in Test cricket and remains the third-highest wicket taker of all time (as of 2019, behind Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne). In February 2015, he became the fourth Indian cricketer to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame.

10. Lord's Stadium is located in which of the following country? [RRB RPF/RPSF SI Exam, 13.01.2019 Shift-III]

(1) Australia
(2) Sri Lanka
(3) England
(4) Austria

Correct Answer: (3) England

Solution:Lord's Cricket Ground, often referred to as the "Home of Cricket," is located in London, England. It is owned by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and is a historic venue for many international cricket matches.