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General Knowledge · Q35

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 35

Q35

In which Indian state did the game of Polo originate?

A.
Meghalaya
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Manipur
Answer
D.
West Bengal

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
India is the birthplace of modern polo. The modern game of polo is derived from Manipur, where the game was known as 'Sagol Kangjei', 'Kanjai-bazee', or 'Pulu'. It was the anglicised form of the last, referring to the wooden ball that was used, which was adopted by the sport in its slow spread to the west.