Sports & Awards — Set 1
Bihar GK · खेल और पुरस्कार · Questions 1–10 of 40
Where is the Bihar Sports University being established?
Correct Answer: A. Rajgir
The Bihar Sports University is being established in Rajgir, Nalanda district. It is the first sports university in the state. The university aims to provide advanced training and education in sports sciences.
The 'Bihar Khel Samman' is awarded to recognize achievements in which field?
Correct Answer: B. Sports
The 'Bihar Khel Samman' is awarded to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of Sports. It honors players and coaches who have excelled at national and international levels. The award includes cash prizes and citations.
Shreyasi Singh, a politician and athlete from Bihar, is associated with which sport?
Correct Answer: C. Shooting
Shreyasi Singh is a professional shooter associated with the discipline of trap shooting. She won a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. She also represents the Jamui constituency in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
Which is the largest cricket stadium located in Patna?
Correct Answer: D. Moin-ul-Haq Stadium
The Moin-ul-Haq Stadium is the largest cricket stadium located in Patna. It has hosted several international matches, including World Cup games. The stadium is currently undergoing renovation to meet modern standards.
Pramod Bhagat, who won a gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics, plays which sport?
Correct Answer: A. Para-Badminton
Pramod Bhagat is a celebrated Para-Badminton player from Bihar. He won the gold medal in the Men's Singles SL3 event at the Tokyo Paralympics. He has also been honored with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.
Which city in Bihar hosted the Women's Asian Champions Trophy (Hockey) in 2024?
Correct Answer: B. Rajgir
Rajgir hosted the Women's Asian Champions Trophy (Hockey) in 2024. This was a historic international sports event held at the newly constructed sports complex. The event significantly boosted Bihar's profile in sports hosting.
Rashmi Kumari from Bihar is a world champion in which sport?
Correct Answer: C. Carrom
Rashmi Kumari is a renowned international Carrom player from Bihar. She has won the World Carrom Championship multiple times. She is considered one of the most successful carrom players in India.
Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan has his ancestral roots in which district of Bihar?
Correct Answer: D. Patna
Ishan Kishan has his ancestral roots in the Patna district of Bihar (specifically the Nawada/Patna region). Although he played domestic cricket for Jharkhand, his family hails from Bihar. He is a wicketkeeper-batsman for the Indian national team.
Sharad Kumar, a Tokyo Paralympic medalist from Bihar, competes in which event?
Correct Answer: A. High Jump
Sharad Kumar competes in the High Jump event (T42/T63 category). He won the bronze medal at the Tokyo Paralympics and a silver at the Paris Paralympics. He hails from the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar.
The 'Patliputra Sports Complex' is located in which locality of Patna?
Correct Answer: B. Kankarbagh
The Patliputra Sports Complex is located in the Kankarbagh locality of Patna. It is a multi-purpose stadium used for various indoor and outdoor sports. It frequently hosts national-level tournaments.