SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 2

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q2

The Nehru Cup, a prominent international football tournament in India, was last held in which year?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Answer: 2012

Explanation: The Nehru Cup is an international football tournament organized by the All India Football Federation. The last edition of the tournament was held in 2012. Although it was once a regular event, it has not been conducted after 2012 due to scheduling issues and changes in international football calendars.

Additional Key Facts

The Nehru Cup was first held in 1982.

It is named after Jawaharlal Nehru.

India national football team has won the tournament multiple times.

The tournament helped India gain international match exposure.

Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers

Question : In which year was the Nehru Cup first held?
Answer: 1982

Question : Which team has won the Nehru Cup multiple times?
Answer: India national football team