What is the national game of Pakistan?
a. Hockey
b. Tennis
c. Cricket
d. Polo
Explanation of the National game of Pakistan:
Hockey became Pakistan’s national game due to its early international success, popularity, and the pride it brought to the nation. However, it has been never officially declared as the National game. Despite this, It has long been recognized as a symbol of Pakistan’s sporting excellence.
Pakistan became a global powerhouse in field hockey. The national team won:
- First Olympic gold in 1960 (Rome)
- Hockey World Cups in 1971, 1978, 1982, and 1994
- Multiple Asian Games gold medals
Hockey brought honor and recognition to Pakistan in its early years as a new country. During the 1950s–1980s, hockey was widely played and followed across the country. Many schools and institutions promoted the sport.
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What is the national game of Pakistan?
a. Hockey b. Tennis c. Cricket d. Polo
Which one is the Largest Barrage of Pakistan?
a. Sukkur b. Kotri c. Guddu d. None of These
When did Pakistan join the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)?
a. 1969 b. 1970 c. 1971 d. 1972
Who took oath from Quaid e Azam as the first Governor General of Pakistan?
a. Muhammad Munir b. Liaquat Ali Khan c. Mian Abdur Rashid d. Lord Mountbatten