Other Trophies — Set 5
Sports · अन्य ट्रॉफी · Questions 41–50 of 60
Which polo trophy, established in 1880, is the oldest and most prestigious polo tournament in India and is held annually in Kolkata?
Correct Answer: B. Ezra Cup
The Ezra Cup is the oldest and most prestigious polo tournament in India, established in 1880 by Edward Ezra in Kolkata. It is organised by the Calcutta Polo Club (founded 1862), the world's oldest polo club. The tournament is held annually at the Maidan in Kolkata and attracts top polo teams from India and abroad. The Radha Mohan Cup and Prithi Singh Cup are also prestigious Indian polo tournaments but are not as old as the Ezra Cup. Polo is sometimes called the "Sport of Kings" and India has a rich polo heritage dating back centuries.
The 'Ranji Trophy' is the premier domestic championship in which sport?
Correct Answer: D. Cricket
The Ranji Trophy is the most important first-class cricket tournament in India. It is named after K.S. Ranjitsinhji, the first Indian to play international cricket. The tournament was first held in the 1934-35 season.
With which sport is the 'Duleep Trophy' associated?
Correct Answer: D. Cricket
The Duleep Trophy is a domestic cricket competition played between different geographical zones in India. It is named after Kumar Shri Duleepsinhji of Nawanagar. It serves as a selection platform for the national team.
The 'Santosh Trophy' is the national championship for which sport in India?
Correct Answer: B. Football
The Santosh Trophy is a regional football competition contested by state associations in India. It was founded in 1941 and named after the late Maharaja of Santosh. It is the most prestigious state-level football tournament.
The 'Durand Cup' is associated with which of the following sports?
Correct Answer: B. Football
The Durand Cup is the oldest football tournament in Asia and the third oldest in the world. It was first held in 1888 in Shimla. It is named after Sir Mortimer Durand, its founder.
The 'Thomas Cup' is associated with which international sport?
Correct Answer: A. Badminton
The Thomas Cup is the world men's team championship in badminton. It was first held in 1948-49 and is held every two years. India won its first ever Thomas Cup title in the year 2022.
With which sport is the 'Uber Cup' associated?
Correct Answer: A. Badminton
The Uber Cup is the world women's team championship in the sport of badminton. It is named after Betty Uber, a former British player. The tournament runs alongside the men's Thomas Cup.
The 'Davis Cup' is a prestigious international trophy in which sport?
Correct Answer: D. Tennis
The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's lawn tennis. It is often described as the 'World Cup of Tennis'. It was founded in 1900 by Dwight F. Davis.
The 'Ryder Cup' is a biennial competition in which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Golf
The Ryder Cup is a golf competition between teams from Europe and the United States. It is named after Samuel Ryder, who donated the trophy. It is one of the few sports events where players receive no prize money.
With which sport is the 'Sultan Azlan Shah Cup' associated?
Correct Answer: A. Hockey
The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup is an annual international men's field hockey tournament held in Malaysia. It was established in 1983 and named after the ninth King of Malaysia. It is a highly respected event on the hockey calendar.