Who was the first Indian to win a medal at the Badminton World Championships? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the first Indian to win a medal at the Badminton World Championships?

A. Prakash Padukone

B. P. V. Sindhu

C. Saina Nehwal

D. Pullela Gopichand

Answer: Option A

Prakash Padukone won a bronze medal at the 1983 World Championships, the first Indian to achieve this feat.

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Question #1 Report Error

The 'Copa América' is the oldest international continental football competition, first held in which year?

A. 1921

B. 1930

C. 1910

D. 1916

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Copa América was first held in 1916 in Argentina, making it the oldest continental football championship.

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Question #2 Report Error

Which stadium is known as the 'Mecca of Indian cricket'?

A. Wankhede Stadium

B. Feroz Shah Kotla

C. M. A. Chidambaram Stadium

D. Eden Gardens

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Eden Gardens in Kolkata, with a capacity of over 68,000, is often called the 'Mecca of Indian cricket'.

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What is the standard weight of a basketball for men's professional play?

A. 20 oz

B. 25 oz

C. 22 oz

D. 18 oz

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A standard men's basketball (size 7) weighs approximately 22 ounces (623 grams).

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