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Dribbling skills are NOT used in which of the following sports?
Basketball
Hockey
Football
Chess
Chess
Dribbling is a physical technique used in sports to move a ball or puck past an opponent while maintaining possession. Chess is a board-based mental game involving strategic piece movement rather than physical ball manipulation.
Dribbling is a physical technique used in sports to move a ball or puck past an opponent while maintaining possession. Chess is a board-based mental game involving strategic piece movement rather than physical ball manipulation.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recognizes Chess as a sport, but it is categorized as a mind sport, distinct from physical sports like Hockey or Basketball.
Dribbling in Basketball involves bouncing the ball with one hand while moving.
Dribbling in Hockey and Football involves using a stick or feet to control the ball while running.
Chess is governed by FIDE (International Chess Federation), founded in 1924.
Physical endurance sports require motor skills, whereas Chess requires analytical and cognitive skills.
Basketball: Dribbling is a mandatory skill to move around the court while holding the ball.
Hockey: Dribbling allows a player to maneuver the ball around defenders using the flat side of the stick.
Football: Dribbling is the art of controlling the ball with the feet to bypass defenders.
Option D is the correct answer because Chess is a stationary board game involving logic and tactics, not physical ball movement.
D is correct тАФ Chess is a strategy-based board game that does not involve physical ball dribbling.
When preparing for SSC or Railways, distinguish between 'Field Sports' (involving physical dribbling) and 'Mind Sports' (Chess, Bridge) as they have different governing bodies and training requirements.