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201.
In which country did the Indian Surf Team win a bronze medal at the Asian Surfing Championship?
Maldives
Malaysia
Myanmar
Nepal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Surf Team won the bronze medal at the Asian Surfing Championship, held at Thulisdhoo Island in the Maldives. Eighteen countries from Asia participated in this championship.

202.
Which two countries are hosting the FIFA Women's Football World Cup - 2023?
Kenya and Australia
India and Australia
Sri Lanka and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The FIFA Women's Football World Cup 2023 is being hosted by Australia and New Zealand. The tournament is scheduled to take place over a month, from 20 July to 20 August, and it marks the first co-hosted tournament and the first seniors' World Cup held across multiple confederations.

203.
What is the present ranking of the Indian Football Team in the world?
87
90
99
84
Answer: Option
Explanation:
After winning the South Asia football championship, the Indian football team has reached its highest ranking of 99th since 2018.

204.
How many medals did the Indian contingent win at the 25th Asian Athletics Championship 2023?
24
25
26
27
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India secured an impressive tally of 27 medals, including six gold, 12 silver, and nine bronze, at the 25th Asian Athletics Championship 2023, securing the third position overall after China and Japan. This achievement surpassed India's previous record set in 2017 at Bhubaneswar, where they won nine gold, six silver, and 12 bronze medals.

205.
Who has been appointed as the head coach for the Asian Games?
Gautam Gambhir
Irfan Pathan
VVS Laxman
Virender Sehwag
Answer: Option
Explanation:
VVS Laxman has been appointed as the head coach of the Indian Cricket Team for the Asian Games, which will be played in Guangzhou, China.