Football Cups — Set 4
Sports · फुटबॉल कप · Questions 31–40 of 60
The 'Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy' is the national championship in India for which age group in football?
Correct Answer: C. Under-19
The B.C. Roy Trophy is the National Football Championship for Junior Boys (Under-19) in India. It is named after the former Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. This tournament serves as a key platform for identifying young talent for the national team.
Which European football competition was rebranded as the 'UEFA Europa League' in 2009?
Correct Answer: C. UEFA Cup
The UEFA Cup was established in 1971 as a second-tier European club competition. It was merged with the Intertoto Cup and renamed the Europa League to increase its commercial appeal. Winners of this league qualify for the UEFA Champions League the following season.
The 'Sir Ashutosh Mukherjee Trophy' is associated with which level of football in India?
Correct Answer: B. Inter-university
This trophy is awarded to the winners of the All India Inter-University Football Championship. It is named after the famous educator and former Vice-Chancellor of Calcutta University. University sports play a foundational role in the athletic development of students.
Which trophy is given to the winners of the premier club competition organized by the Asian Football Confederation?
Correct Answer: D. AFC Champions League
The AFC Champions League is the top club competition in Asia, featuring champions from the highest-ranked Asian leagues. It was rebranded from the Asian Club Championship in 2002. Clubs from South Korea and Saudi Arabia have been very successful in this format.
The 'G.V. Raja Trophy' is a football competition held in which southern state of India?
Correct Answer: D. Kerala
The G.V. Raja Trophy is organized in Kerala to promote the sport at the regional level. It honors G.V. Raja, who was a visionary sports administrator and a member of the Travancore royal family. Such regional cups are vital for keeping the local football spirit alive.
Which football cup is known as the 'Coupe de France' in its home country?
Correct Answer: D. French Cup
The Coupe de France is the premier knockout cup competition in French football. It is unique because it includes clubs from France's overseas departments and territories. This allows teams from the Caribbean and Indian Ocean to participate in the national cup.
The 'M. Dutta Ray Trophy' is the national football championship in India for which age category?
Correct Answer: B. Under-21
The M. Dutta Ray Trophy is the National Football Championship for the Under-21 age group. It is designed to bridge the gap between junior and senior professional football. It helps coaches monitor the progress of emerging players before they enter the senior national team.
Which football cup is the most prestigious international tournament for youth teams in the Under-20 category?
Correct Answer: C. FIFA U-20 World Cup
The FIFA U-20 World Cup has been the starting point for many global superstars like Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi. It is held every two years and features the best young talents from every continent. Argentina is the most successful nation in the history of this youth cup.
The 'Todd Memorial Trophy' is an old football competition associated with which Indian city?
Correct Answer: B. Delhi
The Todd Memorial Trophy was a significant local football event in Delhi during the early to mid-20th century. Local clubs and institutional teams competed fiercely for this prize. It contributed to the growth of a healthy football culture in North India.
Which football trophy is awarded to the winners of the European club competition for teams that did not qualify for the Champions League?
Correct Answer: A. Europa League
The UEFA Europa League is the secondary club competition in Europe after the Champions League. It provides a platform for clubs from lower-ranked leagues and teams finishing just below the top spots in major leagues. Sevilla FC has famously won this trophy more times than any other club.