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456.
Which Indian state's cricket team emerged victorious in the 2023 Vijay Hazare Trophy?
Rajasthan
Haryana
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Haryana clinched the 2023 Vijay Hazare Trophy title with a 30-run victory over Rajasthan at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot, marking a historic achievement for the state in Indian domestic cricket.

457.
How many Indian cricketers have had their jersey numbers retired so far by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as an honour?
4
2
1
3
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Both MS Dhoni's jersey number 7 and Sachin Tendulkar's jersey number 10 have been retired by the BCCI, resulting in a total of 2 Indian cricketers with this recognition.

458.
Which two Indian sports legends became the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, marking a historic moment for Indian tennis?
Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna
Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes
Yuki Bhambri and Ramkumar Ramanathan
Ramesh Krishnan and Ashok Amritraj
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, showcasing their remarkable careers and elevating India to the 28th nation represented in this prestigious institution.

459.
Which badminton men's doubles pair is in line to receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award?
Pranav Jerry Chopra and Akshay Dewalkar
Manu Attri and B. Sumeeth Reddy
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
Kidambi Srikanth and Parupalli Kashyap
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, India's premier badminton men's doubles pair, are poised to receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, recognizing their exceptional achievements, including victories at various prestigious tournaments.

460.
Who secured the title of Best Youth Athlete at the Asian Paralympic Committee awards ceremony during the fourth edition of the Asian Awards in Riyadh?
Radha Sharma
Sheetal Devi
Aryan Singh
Rohit Verma
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Sheetal Devi, the Indian para archer, won the title of Best Youth Athlete at the Asian Paralympic Committee awards ceremony during the fourth edition of the Asian Awards in Riyadh.