Consider the following statements in respect of the first Kho Kho World Cup: I. The event was held in Delhi,…

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?
  1. I only
  2. II and III only
  3. I and III only
  4. I, II and III

Solution

The first Kho Kho World Cup was held in New Delhi (I correct). The actual scores in the finals differ from those given (II and III incorrect). Insights IAS marks the answer as A. [Sources disagree: Insights IAS — A; Prepp — C. Flagged as provisional.]

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2025

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