SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 32

SSC GD Constable - 30 April 2026 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q32

Which of the following countries was the first to win the FIBA Basketball World Cup after it was established in 1950?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer:

Argentina

Explanation:

Argentina was the first country to win the FIBA Basketball World Cup when the inaugural tournament was held in 1950 in Buenos Aires. Argentina defeated the United States in the final match to claim the very first world championship title in international basketball history.

Key Points:

The inaugural FIBA World Championship took place in October 1950, hosted by Argentina.

Argentina's national basketball team won the gold medal by finishing at the top of the final round-robin group, defeating the United States 64-50 in the decisive match.

The FIBA Basketball World Cup is held every four years, similar to the FIFA World Cup.

Important Questions and Answers:

Question: Which country hosted the inaugural FIBA World Championship in 1950?

Answer: Argentina.

Question: Who did Argentina defeat in the final match of the 1950 FIBA World Championship?

Answer: The United States.