Question

    Which is the first team sport to receive a United

    Nations-recognized international day?
    A Cricket Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Football Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Basketball Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Hockey Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Basketball became the first team sport to be honoured with an international day recognized by the United Nations. The inaugural World Basketball Day was celebrated on December 21, 2023, recognizing the sport’s role in promoting human rights, gender equality, and peace. The sport originated on December 21, 1891, created by Dr. James Naismith in the USA.

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