SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 45

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Squats, bench press and dead lift.

In powerlifting, the three main events are:

1. Squats: The lifter must squat down with a loaded barbell on their shoulders and then return to a standing position. The depth of the squat and proper form are crucial for a successful lift.

2. Bench Press: The lifter lies on a bench and presses a loaded barbell from chest level to full arm extension. The elbows must be locked out at the top for the lift to count.

3. Deadlift: The lifter must lift a loaded barbell from the ground to a fully standing position, with their hips and knees fully extended. The lift is completed when the lifter stands up straight with the bar at arm's length.

These three lifts—squat, bench press, and deadlift—are the core events in powerlifting competitions, where athletes aim to lift the maximum weight possible in each event. The total combined weight from the best lift in each event determines the athlete's final score in a competition.