Static GK: Sports, Awards, Books & Misc
Static GK: Sports, Awards, Books & Misc is a frequently tested area in CUET General Test. Work through these free NTA-style sample questions with full answers and explanations, then attempt all 35 in a timed practice test to build exam-day speed.
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Q1. World Press Freedom Day is observed internationally on which date?
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Answer: A
World Press Freedom Day is observed on 3rd May. 21st June is International Yoga Day and 5th September is Teachers' Day in India.
Q2. Which of the following countries uses the 'Dinar' as its official currency?
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Answer: B
Kuwait uses the Dinar. Iran uses the Rial, Saudi Arabia the Riyal, and Turkey the Lira.
Q3. International Yoga Day, recognized by the United Nations, is celebrated every year on:
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Answer: A
The UN designated 21st June as International Day of Yoga, coinciding with the summer solstice.
Q4. The Thomas Cup, a famous international team championship, is associated with which sport?
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Answer: C
The Thomas Cup is the world men's team championship in Badminton, while the Uber Cup is its women's equivalent.
Q5. The 'Taka' is the official currency of which of the following countries?
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Answer: C
Bangladesh's currency is the Taka. Nepal and Sri Lanka use the Rupee, and Myanmar uses the Kyat.
Q6. The term 'Smash', 'Deuce' and 'Love' are commonly used in which sport?
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Answer: A
Deuce (40-40 score), Love (zero score) and Smash are terms used in Tennis. Although 'Smash' and 'Love' also appear in some racquet sports, only Tennis uses all three including 'Deuce' in this scoring sense.
Q7. The headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) is located in which city?
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Answer: B
The WHO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Paris hosts UNESCO and Vienna hosts the IAEA.
Q8. The headquarters of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is located in which city?
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Answer: B
The International Olympic Committee is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.
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