Sports & Awards — Set 2
Bihar GK · खेल और पुरस्कार · Questions 11–20 of 40
Who was the first cricketer from Bihar to be part of a World Cup-winning Indian team?
Correct Answer: C. Kirti Azad
Kirti Azad was the first cricketer from Bihar to be part of the World Cup-winning Indian team in 1983. He was an all-rounder who played a crucial role in the semi-finals. He later became a prominent politician.
Saba Karim, a former Indian player from Bihar, was a specialist in which role?
Correct Answer: D. Wicketkeeper
Saba Karim was a specialist Wicketkeeper-batsman. He represented India in Test and ODI matches and played domestic cricket for Bihar and Bengal. He later served as a national selector.
Which city is being developed as the 'Sports City' of Bihar with an international cricket stadium?
Correct Answer: A. Rajgir
Rajgir is being developed as the 'Sports City' of Bihar. It features a massive sports complex, an international cricket stadium, and a sports university. The government aims to make it a hub for national and international events.
The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) is the governing body for cricket in the state and is affiliated to?
Correct Answer: B. BCCI
The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) is affiliated to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). It organizes domestic cricket tournaments within the state. After a long legal battle, it regained full membership to field teams in the Ranji Trophy.
Shivnath Singh, a legendary athlete from Bihar, excelled in which discipline?
Correct Answer: C. Long-distance running
Shivnath Singh excelled in Long-distance running, specifically the Marathon. He set a national marathon record that stood unbroken for decades. He represented India in the Olympics and Asian Games.
Zafar Iqbal, a Padma Shri awardee born in Bihar, was a captain of the Indian team in which sport?
Correct Answer: D. Hockey
Zafar Iqbal was a captain of the Indian National Hockey team. Although he played much of his career representing other units, he was born in Bihar. He was known for his speed and skill as a left-winger.
What percentage of reservation in government jobs has the Bihar government announced for meritorious sportspersons?
Correct Answer: A. 1%
The Bihar government has announced a 1% reservation in government jobs for meritorious sportspersons. This initiative falls under the 'Medal Lao, Naukri Pao' scheme. It aims to encourage youth to pursue sports as a career.
In recent years, the women's team of Bihar has shown exceptional performance at the national level in which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Rugby
The Bihar women's team has shown exceptional performance in Rugby. They have won medals at the National Rugby Championships and the National Games. Rural districts like Nalanda have become hubs for rugby talent.
Kavita Roy, a former sportsperson from Bihar, represented India in?
Correct Answer: C. Cricket
Kavita Roy represented India in Women's Cricket. She was a bowler who played One Day Internationals for the national team. She has also served as a coach for the Bihar women's cricket team.
What is the primary objective of the 'Medal Lao, Naukri Pao' scheme in Bihar?
Correct Answer: D. Provide government jobs
The primary objective of the 'Medal Lao, Naukri Pao' scheme is to provide government jobs to medal winners. Athletes winning medals in national and international events are eligible for direct recruitment. It secures the financial future of sportspersons.