The standard distance of a modern Marathon race is officially established at how many miles and yards? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The standard distance of a modern Marathon race is officially established at how many miles and yards?

A. 26 miles, 385 yards

B. 26 miles, 500 yards

C. 25 miles, 485 yards

D. 24 miles, 385 yards

Answer: Option A

The official distance of a marathon is 26 miles and 385 yards (42.195 kilometers).

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Which Indian sports award is given to the best university in sports?

A. Dronacharya Award

B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy

C. Arjuna Award

D. Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy is awarded to the overall best performing university in inter-university sports.

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Which term is NOT used in the sport of Cricket?

A. Googly

B. Birdie

C. Maiden Over

D. Silly Point

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
A 'Birdie' is a scoring term in Golf, not Cricket.

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Which of these is a term used in Cricket?

A. LBW

B. Penalty Corner

C. Checkmate

D. Dribbling

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
LBW (Leg Before Wicket) is a method of dismissal in cricket.

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