Class 11 Chapter 2 MCQ with Answers

1. The Ancient Olympic Games started in

a. 776 BCE
b. 394 AD
c. 1896
d. 1986

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a. 776 BCE
2. The idea for reviving the Olympic Games came from
a. Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
b. Baron Pierre de Coubertin
c. Dion Nash
d. Ludwig Guttmann

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b. Baron Pierre de Coubertin
3. The International Paralympic Committee was formed in
a. 1960
b. 1976
c. 1989
d. 2016

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c. 1989
4. The first special Winter Olympic games started in
a. 1924
b. 1962
c. 1968
d. 1977

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a. 1924
5. The IOA was established in
a. 1926
b. 1927
c. 1928
d. 1930

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b. 1927
6. There are ________ Vice Presidents in the IOA.
a. 1
b. 3
c. 7
d. 9

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d. 9
7. The IOC Executive Board has _members.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 8
d. 10

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d. 10
8. The First President of IOA was
a. Sir Dorabji Tata
b. Dr A.G. Noehren
c. Baron de Coubertin
d. Maharaja Bhupender Singh

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a. Sir Dorabji Tata
9. The word “Altius” in the Olympic motto means
a. Faster
b. Higher
c. Heavier
d. Stronger

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b. Higher
10. The logo of Olympic Games was created by
a. Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
b. Deion Nash
c. Guttmann
d. Baron Coubertin

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d. Baron Coubertin
11. The first Olympic torch was litin
a. 1896, Athens, Greece
b. 1920, Antwerp, Belgium
c. 1924, Paris, France
d. 1928, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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d. 1928, Amsterdam, Netherlands
12. The Olympic flag was used for the first time
a. 1896, Athens, Greece
b. 1920, Antwerp, Belgium
c. 1924, Paris, France
d. 1928, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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b. 1920, Antwerp, Belgium
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13. What is the motto of the Olympic Games? What does it mean?
Answer – “Citius – Altius – Fortius,” which translates to “Faster – Higher –
Stronger,” is the motto of the Olympic Games. It conveys what the Olympic
Movement hopes to achieve. Pierre de Coubertin made the suggestion when
the International Olympic Committee was established in 1894.

14. Write a short note on the Olympic Flag.

Answer – Baron Coubertin designed the Olympic flag, which was unveiled in
1914. It has a borderless, white background. The five interlocking rings that
represent the Olympic logo are positioned in the center. The Olympic flag
features a white backdrop with five interlaced rings in the center that are
different shades of blue, yellow, black, green, and red, according to Pierre de
Coubertin.

The six colors used in this design are those seen on all current country flags
of the world (1931), and they symbolize the five continents of the world that
are unified through olympism.

15. List the range of disabilities of athletes for Paralympic Games.

Answer – Ten different disability kinds are included in the Paralympic Games.
The categories include intellectual disability, limb deficiency, leg length
inequality, short stature, hypertonia, ataxia, and reduced passive range of
motion.

16. Differentiate between Paralympic and Special Olympic Games.

Answer – The primary distinction between the Special Olympics and the
Paralympics is that the former is exclusively for individuals with intellectual
disabilities, whereas the latter is primarily for athletes with physical disabilities.
The Paralympics cater primarily to individuals with physical disabilities, but
they also have a few categories for competitors with intellectual disabilities.
17. Write down the eligibility conditions of a competitor in ancient
Olympics.
Answer – The eligibility conditions of a competitor in ancient Olympics are –

a. The contestant must be physically fit, only a Greek, and alone of a Hellenic
race.

b. Savages and people under punishment were prohibited from taking part in
these activities.

c. Prior to the start of the Olympic Games, the contestant was required to stay
in Olympia for one month.

d. They had to swear under penalty of perjury that they had already completed
the 10-month training in their state.

e. Women were not permitted to compete in the games or watch them.

f. Participants had to rehearse for a month before they could play in the
games.

g. Only amateur athletes, not professionals, were allowed to compete in these

events.

18. Write a brief note on the origin and conduct of Ancient Olympics.
Answer – They were held in Zeus’ honor, and the Greeks ascribed a
legendary beginning to them. According to tradition, the first Olympic Games
took place in 776 BC. The Olympiad, which came to be used as a measure of
time in historical chronologies, or games, were held every four years.

19. How did the Modern Olympic games originate?

Answer – Although Olympia, Greece hosted the ancient Games from 776 BC
to 393 AD, it took 1503 years for them to return. Greece’s Athens hosted the
first modern Olympics in 1896. Frenchman Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who
proposed the notion in 1894, was the person who gave it new life.

20. Write a short note on the Special Olympics.

Answer – Special Olympics is a worldwide non profit organization that aims to
enable people with intellectual impairments to become physically fit, useful,
and valued members of society.

Chapter 1
1. How many verticals are there in the Khelo India Programme?
a. Ten
b. Eleven
c. Twelve
d. Thirteen

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c. Twelve
2. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of India launched the
Khelo India Programme in
a. 2013-2014
b. 2014-2015
c. 2016-2017
d. 2017-2018

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d. 2017-2018
3. The maximum duration of ‘Long Term Athlete Development
Programme’ is
a. 4 Years
b. 6 Years
c. 8 Years
d. 12 Years

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d. 12 Years
4. The scheme of ‘Sports for Peace & Development’ is exclusively for the
state/UT
a. Jammu & Kashmir
b. Delhi and NCR
c. Uttar Pradesh
d. Punjab

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a. Jammu & Kashmir
Physical Education Class 11 Chapter 1 Question Answers

5. After competing D.P.Ed. you can teach Classes

a. I to VIII
b. I to V
c. VI to VIII
d. I to X

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a. I to VIII
6. Which course of Physical Education is not recognised by NCTE?
a. D.P.Ed.
b. B.P.Ed.
c. M.P.Ed.
d. B.P.E.S

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d. B.P.E.S
7. Which one is NOT a research-oriented course in Physical Education?
a. M.P.Ed.
b. M.Phil.
c. Ph.D. in Physical Education
d. P.D.F. in Physical Education

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b. M.Phil.
8. Amongst the following, which one is the key process in Physical
Education?
a. Evaluating performance
b. Checking competency
c. Making efforts
d. Developing skills

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d. Developing skills
9. Amongst the following which one is NOT the aim of social
development in Physical Education?
a. Obeying of rules and regulations
b. Showing sportsmanship
c. Cooperation with peers
d. Playing for self

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d. Playing for self
10. What is the Khelo India Programme?
Answer – A national initiative/scheme for the growth of sports in India is
called Khelo India Programme. In Delhi, it was introduced in 2018 by Col.
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, who was the country’s sports minister at the
time. To enhance India’s sports culture, this programme has been introduced.

11. What is the philosophy of the Khelo India Programme?

Answer – The Khelo India programme was launched with the goal of reviving
India’s grassroots sports culture, creating a solid foundation for all national
sports, and boosting India to the status of a major athletic power.
12. What is the vision and mission of Khelo India Programme?
Answer –
a. Mission – The Khelo India Program’s main objective is to give every Indian
citizen a chance to participate in sports and use their athletic abilities,
regardless of their age or gender disparities. This will ultimately promote the
holistic development of every child and young person. Community growth,
social integration, and gender equality will result from this. It will promote a
healthy lifestyle, honor the nation, and open up business prospects.

b. Vision – The Khelo India Program was established with the goal of
advancing sports culture in India, particularly at the grassroots level, and
achieving sporting excellence in the nation.

13. What is the plan of the government under the vertical of ‘Promotion
of Sports Among Persons with Disabilities’?
Answer – States/UTs and SAI (Sports Authority of India) will receive financial
support for building specialized sports infrastructure for people with special
needs. The money allocated under this heading will also be used to classify
athletes, purchase necessary gear, organize training sessions, and get teams
ready for Paralympic events.

14. What is the need of sports competition in school? Discuss in detail.

Answer – To boost self-esteem, mental capacity, and confidence in students,
school sports are required. Schools should emphasize sports because they
help children learn a variety of qualities, including teamwork, leadership, and
patience.

a. Students who compete in sporting events have possibilities at the school

level that are good for their overall development.

b. Sports competitions provide opportunities to the students to amplify their

skills in different sports.

c. Participation in sports competitions is enjoyable. At the same time, it

develops coordination with others, leadership skills and obedience of rules,
values which ultimately pave the way for the individual becoming a productive
citizen of the country.

d. To release tension, overcome depression and aggression, participation in

sports competitions is essential. It also provides a chance to students where
they can have a feeling of achievement which is conducive for their mental
and emotional health.
e. Organization of sports competitions at school gives opportunities to the
students to get an exposure to competitions.

15. Will the increase in professional sports leagues bring any

transformation in Indian sporting culture? Justify your answer.
Answer – An ideal country is one that values liberty, equality, and fraternity.
These three ideas help to create a powerful, cooperative, compassionate, and
united country.

16. Do you think ‘Sports for Peace and Development’ will work for
restoration of peace in Jammu and Kashmir? Support your answer with
evidence.
Answer – The Government of India offers a specific package under this
vertical to J&K for improving sports facilities in the State.
Soft support in the form of coaches, tools, supplies, consumables, technical
support, competitions, etc. will be offered to guarantee the best possible
exploitation of the infrastructure. To encourage youth participation, efforts will
be made to organize village-level events in the athletic disciplines that are
popular in the State of J&K. Similar measures will also be done in other
regions that are troubled by extremism and terrorism.

17. What is the full form of NCTE?

Answer – NCTE Stands for National Council for Teacher Education.

18. Apart from a professional degree in Physical Education, what other

key skills are required for opting for a career other than teaching?
Answer – Apart from teaching some of the other career option are –
a. Sport Coordinator
b. Professional Coach
c. Sports Administrator
d. Provider of Recreational Services
e. Event Manager of a Sports Club
f. Health and Fitness Club Manager
g. Sports Coating & Equipment Designer

19. What are the minimum eligibility criteria for getting admission in
B.P.Ed. course?
Answer – Students who have passed their 10+2 exams with at least a 50%
grade point average are eligible for B P Ed.

20. If one is not a sportsperson, is he/she eligible for getting admission

in M.P.Ed.? Why/ Why not?
Answer – A bachelor’s degree in physical education or a related branch of
education is required of applicants. A combined score of 50% is required to be
taken into consideration for admission. Both a written exam and a round of
physical testing are required of candidates.

21. How many different kinds of courses and career options in Physical
Education are available in India?
Answer – There are variety of courses and career options are available in
India
a. Diploma in Physical Education (D.P.Ed.)
b. Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed)
c. Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.)
d. Post Graduate Diploma in Adventure Sports Administration
e. Post Graduate Diploma in Disability Sports
f. Post Graduate Diploma in Fitness Management
g. Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Coaching
h. Bachelor of Arts (Programme) Sports & Performance
i. Bachelor of Physical Education & Sports
j. Bachelor of Physical Education (Four Year Course after 12th)
k. Bachelor of Science Exercise Physiology
l. Bachelor of Science in Physical Education

22. After completion of any professional course in Physical Education,

how many career options will you have?
Answer – There are more than 17 career options available after a physical
education professional course.

23. Can a Physical Education graduate justify the job of sports

administrator? Explain with suitable examples.
Answer – Courses in physical education also cover administration and
supervision. This makes it possible for the person to operate as a sports
administrator if he/she has completed Physical Education Graduate

24. What is the aim of Physical Education?

Answer – The aim of Physical Education must be to make every child
physically, mentally and emotionally fit and also to develop in him such
personal and social qualities as will help him to live happily with others and
build him up as a good citizen.

25. Suggest one activity which helps to develop interest in Physical

Education.
Answer – You may organize a sack race, obstacle course, or fun run for the
students. For older kids who enjoy sports but are apprehensive about joining a
varsity team, recreational sports teams might be formed.

26. How does participation in sports lead to better emotional

development?
Answer – It has been demonstrated that physical activity activates feel-good
brain chemicals. Thus, consistent participation in sport enhances kids’
emotional health in general. According to research, youngsters who
participate in sports tend to have higher self-esteem.

27. What are the objectives of Physical Education?

Answer – The objective of Physical Education are –
a. Developed Healthy and Active Lifestyle
b. Develop interest in the discipline
c. Achieve Optimum Physical Fitness and Health
d. Development of Organ System
e. Emotional Development

28. How does Physical Education contribute to an individual’s

development?
Answer – Physical Education helps to understand the need of Sport and
Fitness in life which helps to become more physically fit, energetic, and
mentally sharp, and it lowers their risk of developing health issues. They can
live in a healthy, competitive atmosphere. It cultivates in them a sense of
cooperation, self-control,