Sports - General Knowledge Questions

Correct Answer :   Germany

The Deaf Shooting Championship, where India won 4 medals, was held in Hanover, Germany.

Indian shooters showcased their talent, with Anuya Prasad winning gold, Abhinav Deshwal securing silver in two events, and Shubham Vashist winning silver and bronze.

This international competition highlighted the skills of deaf shooters from around the world, with Germany serving as a fitting host.

Correct Answer :   Mayank Chakraborty

Mayank Chakraborty, a 15-year-old International Master from Assam, achieved his second Grand Master (GM) norm at a tournament in Greece.

He is on the path to becoming the first Grand Master from North East India, needing one more GM norm and a FIDE rating of 2500.

His current rating stands at 2431, making him the highest-rated player from North East India with the most GM norms.

Correct Answer :   Thulasi Murugesan

Thulasi Murugesan achieved a notable milestone by winning a silver medal in the women's singles SU5 event at the Paris Paralympics 2024.

As the first female para shuttler from India to win a Paralympic medal, she demonstrated exceptional skill and resilience.

Murugesan overcame significant challenges, including a congenital hand deformity and mobility issues from past accidents, showcasing her remarkable determination and talent.

Her success in Paris is a testament to her perseverance and excellence in para-badminton.

Correct Answer :   Badminton

Nitesh Kumar won a historic gold medal in badminton at the Paralympics, competing in the men’s singles SL3 category.

By defeating Great Britain’s Daniel Bethell, Kumar not only showcased his exceptional skill and tactical prowess but also contributed to India's dominance in para-badminton.

This achievement follows Pramod Bhagat's significant win in 2016, highlighting a continuing legacy of excellence in the sport. Kumar's victory is particularly remarkable given his inspirational journey from aspiring to join the defence forces to becoming a Paralympic champion.

Correct Answer :   Silver

India's Nishad Kumar won a silver medal in the men's high jump T47 event at the Paris Paralympics 2024.

The 24-year-old added to silver medal in the same event from Tokyo Paralympics three years ago. Nishad achieved a season-best jump of 2.04m, finishing behind USA's Roderick Townsend, who also won the gold medal in Tokyo.

Nishad Kumar came up with a stunning effort in the men's high jump T47 event to dominate the 11-man field. However, Townsend cleared the 2.12m mark for his season best and a gold medal. Nishad appeared dejected after failing the third attempt to clear 2.08m. However, Townsend rushed toward him and shared an embrace, after which both the high jumpers had a smile on their faces.

Georgii Margiev, who represented the Neutral Paralympic Athletes, won bronze with a best effort of 2m.

Nishad had set out to the Paris Paralympics to better his medal from Tokyo. However, Townsend proved to be the hurdle for Nishad, yet again. The Indian high-jumper, however, will be fuelled to keep pushing himself and keep raising the bar.

Meanwhile, another Indian high jumper, Ram Pal, finished seventh in the event with a personal best of 1.95m.

With Nishad's medal, India took its tally in athletics to 3 medals after Preethi Pal won her second medal in Paris, a bronze in the women's 200m T35 event. India won 8 medals in track and field in Tokyo..

Source : India Today

Correct Answer :   Preeti Pal

Para athlete Preeti Pal has become the first Indian female athlete to win two medals in track and field events at either the Paralympics or the Olympics.

Preeti Pal won the bronze medal in the 200m T35 race at the Paris Paralympics 2024.

India has won a total of seven medals in the current Paris Paralympics with one gold medal, two silver and four bronze medals.

Correct Answer :   Rubina Francis

Rubina Francis made history as India's first female Para shooter by winning a bronze medal in the women's 10m air pistol SH1 event at the Paris Paralympics.

Despite facing significant challenges, including financial difficulties and leg dysfunction, Francis's dedication and resilience led to her remarkable achievement.

She started the competition strongly, narrowly missing out on gold, and ultimately secured the bronze, underscoring her place as a trailblazer in Indian para shooting sports.

Correct Answer :   Avani Lekhara

Avani Lekhara made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win two Paralympic gold medals with her victory in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event at the Paris Paralympics 2024.

This achievement marks a significant milestone in Indian sports, highlighting her exceptional talent and dedication.

Alongside her, other Indian athletes like Preethi Pal and Manish Narwal also earned medals, but it was Avani's gold that stood out as a historic accomplishment.

Correct Answer :   Preeti Pal

Preeti Pal, a 24-year-old Paralympian from Uttar Pradesh, secured the bronze medal in the women’s 100m T35 event at the 2024 Paralympic Games.

With a personal best time of 14.21 seconds, she achieved India's third medal at these games.

Pal's success is particularly notable as she overcame significant financial and physical challenges, illustrating her remarkable resilience and dedication.

Her achievement adds to India's medal tally alongside Avani Lekhara's gold and Mona Agarwal's bronze, highlighting the impressive performances of Indian athletes at the Paralympics.

Correct Answer :   Bangladesh

Bangladesh emerged victorious in the SAFF U-20 Championship, claiming their first title by defeating Nepal 4-1 in the final.

The tournament, organized by the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF), featured six teams from South Asia, including past champions India, who had won the title in 2019, 2022, and 2023.

The championship is held every two years and showcases the talents of young footballers from the region. Bangladesh's win in 2024 marked a significant achievement in their football history.