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UPSC Prelims 2025Question 99Miscellaneous

Consider the following statements in respect of the first Kho Kho World Cup:
I. The event was held in Delhi, India.
II. Indian men beat Nepal with a score of 78-40 in the final to become the World Champion in men category.
III. Indian women beat Nepal with a score of 54-36 in the final to become the World Champion in women category.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options

  1. (a)I only
  2. (b)II and III only
  3. (c)I and III only
  4. (d)I, II and III
Correct answer: d

Explanation

Correct Answer:

(d) I, II and III

Explanation of the Correct Answer

Let's analyze each statement about the first Kho Kho World Cup:

Statement-wise Analysis

I. The event was held in Delhi, India.

  • Correct
  • The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup was held in Delhi, India.

II. Indian men beat Nepal with a score of 78-40 in the final to become the World Champion in men category.

  • Correct
  • The Indian men's team defeated Nepal with a scoreline of 78-40 to clinch the title.

III. Indian women beat Nepal with a score of 54-36 in the final to become the World Champion in women category.

  • Correct
  • The Indian women's team also won against Nepal with a score of 54-36 in the final to become world champions.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

  • (a) I only – Incorrect: Statements II and III are also correct.
  • (b) II and III only – Incorrect: Statement I is also correct.
  • (c) I and III only – Incorrect: Statement II is also correct.
  • (d) I, II and III – Correct

Relevant Supplementary Information

AspectDetails
Kho Kho World Cup 2023First-ever international tournament held in Delhi to promote the traditional Indian sport.
Men’s Final ScoreIndia 78 – Nepal 40
Women’s Final ScoreIndia 54 – Nepal 36
SignificanceMajor step in internationalizing Kho Kho and increasing its global visibility.

Related Concepts or Facts

TermExplanation
Kho KhoTraditional Indian tag sport emphasizing speed, agility, and teamwork.
International CompetitionsThe World Cup marked the first global platform for Kho Kho, inviting teams beyond India and Nepal.

Current Relevance

  • The World Cup’s success is expected to encourage the sport’s growth internationally.
  • India’s dominance in the sport was reaffirmed through the victories.

Table: Related Concepts and Terms – Kho Kho World Cup and Kho Kho Sport

Concept / TermExplanation / Relevance
Kho KhoA traditional Indian tag sport involving chasing and dodging, emphasizing speed, agility, and teamwork.
Kho Kho World Cup 2023The inaugural international tournament for Kho Kho, held in Delhi, India, marking the sport’s global debut.
Men’s Final Match (2023)India defeated Nepal with a score of 78-40 to become the men’s world champions.
Women’s Final Match (2023)India defeated Nepal with a score of 54-36 to become the women’s world champions.
Promotion of Indigenous SportsThe World Cup represents a key step in internationalizing Indian traditional sports.
International Sports EventHosting of global competitions to increase visibility and competitiveness of sports worldwide.
India-Nepal Sports RivalryReflects growing sports competition between neighboring countries in traditional sports.
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