SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CPO - 10 Dec 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q58

The 'Moin-ud-Dowla Gold Cup' is associated with which sport in India?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Answer: Cricket.

Explanation:

The 'Moin-ud-Dowlah Gold Cup' is a prestigious domestic cricket tournament held in India. It was initiated in the 1930s by Nawab Moin-ud-Dowlah of Hyderabad. Historically, it has been one of India's oldest and most significant First-class level tournaments. At one time, it was considered the second most important tournament after the Ranji Trophy, featuring participation from international-level players. Currently, it is primarily organized by the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) and is often viewed as a pre-season preparatory tournament.

Additional Points:

Other Cricket Cups: Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, Irani Cup, and Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Hockey: Aga Khan Cup, Beighton Cup, Dhyan Chand Trophy.

Football: Durand Cup, Santosh Trophy, Subroto Cup.

Polo: Ezra Cup, Radha Mohan Cup.

Potential Exam Questions and Answers:

Question: Which is India's oldest football tournament?

Answer: Durand Cup (1888).

Question: In which year was the Ranji Trophy started?

Answer: 1934.