SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 40

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Illegal physical contact during active play.

A personal foul in basketball refers to illegal physical contact made by a player against an opponent while the game is in progress. This includes actions such as pushing, holding, hitting, blocking improperly, or impeding movement without proper positioning. The main idea is that the contact gives an unfair advantage or endangers the opponent. Unlike technical fouls, which involve behavior like arguing with referees or unsportsmanlike conduct, personal fouls are strictly related to physical actions during live play. Accumulating too many personal fouls can lead to a player being disqualified from the game, making it an important rule for maintaining fairness and safety.