Correct option is A
The correct answer is: (A) Hockey.
Vandana Kataria is a prominent Indian field hockey player.
- Key Player: She's a forward and has been an integral part of the Indian women's hockey team for many years.
- Recognition:
- She was a top scorer in the Junior Women's World Cup.
- She played a crucial role in India's fourth-place finish at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
- She's the first Indian woman to score a hat-trick in an Olympic hockey match.
- She has won gold medals with the Indian team at the Asian Champions Trophy and the Women's Asia Cup.
- Background:
- She was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022, India's fourth-highest civilian award, for her contributions to sports.
- Inspiration: She's an inspiration to many young girls in India, especially in her home state, and has helped raise the profile of women's hockey in the country.
- She comes from a humble background in Roshnabad, Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
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Origin:
Kabaddi originated in India, over 4,000 years ago, and is believed to have evolved as a way of developing self-defense, reflexes, and team strategy.Governing Body:
The international governing body for Kabaddi is the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF), established in 2004.Kabaddi in Asian Games:
Kabaddi was introduced in the Asian Games in 1990 in Beijing, China.World Cup:
The Kabaddi World Cup is organized by the International Kabaddi Federation.
India has won the men’s World Cup title all three times (2004, 2007, 2016).Types of Kabaddi:
Raid Time Limit:
A raider has 30 seconds to tag opponents and return to their half safely.Team Composition:
Each Kabaddi team consists of 7 players on the field, with 5 substitutes.Standard Style (played on a rectangular court, internationally recognized)
Circle Style (played in rural areas, mostly in Punjab and Pakistan)
Gaminee, Sanjeevani, and Amar styles (traditional Indian formats)
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