Explain the importance of understanding physiological adaptations to exercise in sports science.
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Correct answer: (B) Understanding physiological adaptations aids in optimizing training programmes and improving athletic performance
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Question 102
Explore the relationship between energy systems and types of sports activities: i) ATP-PC system; ii) Aerobic system; iii) Oxidative system; iv) Anaerobic system. a) Sustained energy for endurance sports; b) Quick bursts of energy for high-intensity exercises; c) Immediate energy for explosive activities; d) Predominantly used during prolonged, low-intensity activities.
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Correct answer: (C) i-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b
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Question 103
Correlate anatomical structures with their functions in the context of sports: i) Skeletal system; ii) Nervous system; iii) Respiratory system; iv) Thermoregulatory system. a) Facilitates oxygen transport and carbon-dioxide removal; b) Provides support and protection, and facilitates movement; c) Regulates body temperature and electrolyte balance; d) Transmits nerve impulses and coordinates movement.
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Correct answer: (C) i-b, ii-d, iii-a, iv-c
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Question 104
Elaborate on the role of nutrition in supporting physiological functions and athletic performance.
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Correct answer: (A) Proper nutrition is essential for energy production, muscle repair and overall athletic performance
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Question 105
Investigate the impact of altitude on physiological adaptations in athletes.
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Correct answer: (A) Training at altitude induces adaptations such as increased red blood cell production, enhancing endurance
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Question 106
Correlate kinesiological principles with their application in sports activities: i) Range of motion; ii) Muscle function; iii) Biomechanical analysis; iv) Coordination. a) Harmony of joint movements and angles; b) Evaluation of force generation and coordination; c) Assessment of flexibility and joint mobility; d) Understanding muscle contractions.
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Correct answer: (C) i-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b
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Question 107
Explore the impact of body composition on biomechanical aspects of sports performance.
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Correct answer: (D) More than one of the above
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Question 108
Investigate the role of joint stability in preventing injuries and optimizing biomechanical efficiency.
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Correct answer: (B) Optimal joint stability is crucial for injury prevention and enhancing biomechanical efficiency in sports
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Question 109
Provide insights into the influence of equipment design on biomechanical efficiency in sports.
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Correct answer: (D) More than one of the above
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Question 110
Assertion A: Understanding joint biomechanics is crucial for designing effective exercise programmes. Reason R: Joint biomechanics provide insights into movement patterns, load distribution and injury prevention.
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Correct answer: (A) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A
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Question 111
Which Indian wrestler won gold at the Asian Wrestling Championships in 2023?
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Correct answer: (A) Aman Sehrawat
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Question 112
Who holds the current Indian national record in men’s 100 m sprint as of 2023?
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Correct answer: (C) Manikanta Hoblidhar
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Question 113
Who has been elected as the first female president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)?
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Correct answer: (B) P. T. Usha
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Question 114
The Indian Athletics team qualified for the finals of the 4 × 400 m relay at the World Athletics Championship 2023 with a new Asian record time of:
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 115
Manisha Ramdass is related to which of the following?
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 116
‘Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium’ is located in which state?
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Correct answer: (C) Odisha
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Question 117
Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who won the India Open title, is from which country?
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 118
Who is the first Indian woman to be named a ‘Wisden Cricketer of the Year’?
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Correct answer: (A) Smriti Mandhana
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Question 119
How many medals did India win at the recently concluded Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China?
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Correct answer: (A) 28 Gold, 38 Silver, 41 Bronze
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Question 120
Kishore Kumar Jena won the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Asian Games with a distance of:
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Correct answer: (B) 87.54 m
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Question 121
Explain the role of motivation in sports performance and its impact on athletes.
Correlate psychological skills with their application in sports contexts: i) Visualization; ii) Goal setting; iii) Relaxation techniques; iv) Positive self-talk. a) Enhancing concentration and focus; b) Intrinsic motivation; c) Mental imagery; d) Managing anxiety and stress.
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 123
Examine the role of imagery and visualization in enhancing motor-skill acquisition and performance.
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Correct answer: (B) Visualization techniques positively influence motor-skill acquisition and enhance performance by reinforcing neural pathways
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Question 124
Elaborate on the role of leadership in sports teams and its impact on team cohesion and performance.
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Correct answer: (B) Effective leadership positively influences team cohesion, motivation and overall performance
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Question 125
The science of values is known as:
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Correct answer: (A) Axiology
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Question 126
Explain the significance of periodization in sports training programmes.
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Correct answer: (B) Periodization helps optimize performance by organizing training into distinct phases, managing fatigue and preventing overtraining
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Question 127
Correlate different training methods with their specific goals in sports: i) Circuit training; ii) Plyometric exercises; iii) Fartlek training; iv) Intensive interval training. a) Improving aerobic endurance; b) Enhancing power and explosive strength; c) Strength endurance; d) Anaerobic capacity.
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Correct answer: (A) i-c, ii-b, iii-a, iv-d
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Question 128
Explore the relationship between nutritional strategies and their impact on sports training: i) Carbohydrate loading; ii) Protein supplementation; iii) Hydration strategies; iv) Post-exercise nutrition. a) Enhancing recovery and muscle repair; b) Optimizing energy stores for endurance athletes; c) Supporting muscle growth and repair; d) Maintaining optimal fluid balance.
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 129
Using multiple steroids at the same time is termed:
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 130
Energy-containing organic chemicals formed as a result of incomplete breakdown of fats are called:
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Correct answer: (B) Ketones
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Question 131
The cognitive reason for a plateau in motor learning is:
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 132
Diuretics in sports are used:
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Correct answer: (C) To lose body weight
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Question 133
Which state is going to host the 39th National Games?
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Correct answer: (A) Meghalaya
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Question 134
What is the path of a projectile called?
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Correct answer: (A) Trajectory
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Question 135
Match the following: i) Uniaxial joint; ii) Biaxial joint; iii) Multiaxial joint; iv) Diarthrosis. a) Metacarpophalangeal joint; b) Knee joint; c) Shoulder joint; d) Freely movable joints.
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Correct answer: (B) i-b, ii-a, iii-c, iv-d
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Question 136
‘Little League Elbow’ is the term related to:
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Correct answer: (B) Overuse injuries of young athletes
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Question 137
Which one of the following is not a role of the school curriculum in promoting an active, healthy lifestyle?
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 138
Which of the following statements reflects an accurate understanding of a basic principle of motor development?
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 139
Which of the following is the smallest of the four muscles in the buttocks?
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Correct answer: (A) Gluteus minimus
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Question 140
In NEP 2020, the current 10+2 system is to be replaced by a new curricular structure. What is the new curricular structure?
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Correct answer: (B) 5+3+3+4
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Question 141
Under whose chairmanship did the ‘Committee for Evolution of the New Education Policy’ submit its report in May 2016?
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Correct answer: (A) Late Shri T. S. R. Subramanian
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Question 142
The transportation of heat in the body is mainly a property of the ______ it contains.
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Correct answer: (A) Water
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Question 143
The following are examples of homeostatic parameters or body values, except which one?
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Correct answer: (A) Heart
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Question 144
The new modified Olympic Oath was taken, considering desired changes regarding drugs and competing for the glory of the team instead of the nation, at which Olympic Games?
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Correct answer: (A) Sydney 2000
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Question 145
Olympia, site of the games, was also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Which wonder was it?
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Correct answer: (A) The ivory-and-gold-adorned statue of Zeus sculpted by the legendary Phidias
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Question 146
Why is a cool-down important after exercise?
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Correct answer: (E) None of the above
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Question 147
The process of turning ingested molecules into forms that are compatible with the organism is called:
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Correct answer: (C) Assimilation
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Question 148
Which of the following is the best activity to increase muscular endurance?
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Correct answer: (A) Resistance training using high repetitions and light weight
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Question 149
Which macromineral helps in hydro balance in the body?
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Correct answer: (D) More than one of the above
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Question 150
Kinesiology and sports biomechanics are related to one another in the following manner:
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Correct answer: (B) Sports biomechanics is a specialized area of kinesiology