SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 70

SSC CPO - 10 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q70

How many times did India win the women's World Cup in cricket?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

  • The Indian women's cricket team debuted in the Women's Cricket World Cup in 1978. This edition was hosted by India itself.
  • The Indian team has failed to win the Women's Cricket World Cup despite reaching the finals twice. India had to face defeat by nine runs against England in the 2017 final and in the 2005 final, Team India lost to Australia by 98 runs.
  • The 12 editions so far have been hosted by five different countries, with India and England hosting it three times each. While New Zealand, Australia and South Africa have been the other hosts.