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Question 1Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In the NSQF Physical Education syllabus, which component is measured by the sit-and-reach test?

  1. Shoulder girdle strength
  2. Lower back and hamstring flexibility Correct answer.
  3. Explosive leg power
  4. Aerobic endurance

Explanation

The sit-and-reach box test measures how far a seated student can reach forward with straight legs, which reflects the flexibility of the lower back and hamstrings. It is a flexibility test, not a power or endurance test, so it belongs to the health-related fitness battery.

Question 2Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A student's resting heart rate is 72 beats per minute. Using the standard maximum heart rate formula of 220 minus age, what is the target heart rate at 70 percent intensity for a 16-year-old?

  1. 168 beats per minute
  2. 154 beats per minute
  3. 143 beats per minute Correct answer.
  4. 102 beats per minute

Explanation

Maximum heart rate is 220 minus 16, which equals 204 beats per minute. Seventy percent of 204 is 142.8, rounded to about 143 beats per minute. This falls inside the moderate-to-vigorous training zone used for aerobic conditioning.

Question 3Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which macronutrient is the body's most concentrated store of energy and also carries the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K?

  1. Protein
  2. Fat Correct answer.
  3. Dietary fibre
  4. Carbohydrate

Explanation

Fat provides about nine kilocalories per gram, more than double the four kilocalories supplied by carbohydrate or protein. It is also the medium in which vitamins A, D, E and K are absorbed and transported, which is why very low-fat diets risk deficiency of these vitamins.

Question 4Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

During a hockey match a player collapses with suspected heat stroke after long exposure to summer sun. Which first-aid action is most appropriate?

  1. Move the player to shade, loosen clothing and cool the body with wet cloths while arranging medical help Correct answer.
  2. Massage the legs vigorously to restore circulation
  3. Wrap the player in blankets to prevent shivering
  4. Give the player a hot sweet drink and ask them to walk it off

Explanation

Heat stroke is a medical emergency in which the body's cooling fails and core temperature rises dangerously. The priority is rapid cooling by moving the casualty to shade, removing excess clothing and applying cool water while professional help is summoned. Cooling must begin immediately because delay increases the risk of organ damage.

Question 5Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In volleyball, which action is a fault according to the basic rules of play?

  1. A back-row player attacks from behind the attack line
  2. A team plays the ball three times before returning it
  3. The serving team wins the rally and rotates one position clockwise
  4. A player contacts the ball twice in succession while blocking at the net Correct answer.

Explanation

A block is not counted as one of the three team contacts, and the same player may touch the ball again immediately after blocking. However, a player contacting the ball twice in succession during ordinary play, other than at the block, is a double-contact fault. The umpire signals this fault and awards the rally to the opponents.

Question 6Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

The principle of overload in sports training states that fitness improves only when the training stimulus is

  1. Kept identical for many months
  2. Increased beyond the level the body is accustomed to Correct answer.
  3. Performed only once a week
  4. Reduced whenever the athlete feels tired

Explanation

Overload means placing a demand on the body that is greater than its current capacity, whether by increasing load, repetitions, duration or intensity. The body then adapts and becomes fitter. Without a progressive increase in demand, adaptation stops and performance plateaus.

Question 7Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which sequence correctly describes the three phases of a well-structured training session?

  1. Warming up, cooling down, conditioning
  2. Cooling down, conditioning, warming up
  3. Conditioning, warming up, cooling down
  4. Warming up, conditioning, cooling down Correct answer.

Explanation

A session begins with a warm-up that raises muscle temperature and prepares joints and the cardiovascular system. The main conditioning phase then applies the training load, and the cool-down gradually returns the body to resting state and aids recovery. Reversing the order raises injury risk and impairs recovery.

Question 8Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a 4 x 100 metre relay, the most important technical skill for a team to practise is

  1. The spin technique in throwing
  2. The hurdle clearance stride pattern
  3. The high jump take-off
  4. The baton exchange within the changeover zone Correct answer.

Explanation

Relay performance depends heavily on the speed and accuracy of the baton exchange, because time lost at a changeover cannot easily be recovered. Teams practise the outgoing runner's check mark and the incoming runner's call so the exchange happens inside the 20-metre zone. A dropped or out-of-zone baton leads to disqualification.

Question 9Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A kabaddi raider crosses the baulk line and stops chanting 'kabaddi' while still in the opponents' half. What is the correct outcome?

  1. The raid continues but the raider's team loses a point
  2. The referee restarts the raid with a fresh chant
  3. The raider is allowed to continue until touched
  4. The raider is declared out and the opponents score a point Correct answer.

Explanation

Continuous chanting of 'kabaddi' is compulsory for the entire raid, and stopping it is a foul. The raider is declared out and the defending team earns a point, after which the raider leaves the court. This rule prevents raiders from conserving breath and prolonging the raid unfairly.

Question 10Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which statement best describes the difference between a sprain and a strain?

  1. A sprain affects a ligament, while a strain affects a muscle or tendon Correct answer.
  2. A sprain occurs only in the knee, while a strain occurs only in the ankle
  3. A sprain involves a broken bone, while a strain involves a dislocated joint
  4. A sprain affects a muscle, while a strain affects a ligament

Explanation

A sprain is damage to a ligament, the tissue connecting bone to bone, and commonly occurs at the ankle when the joint is twisted. A strain is damage to a muscle or its tendon, often caused by overstretching or sudden contraction. Both are soft-tissue injuries managed initially with rest, ice, compression and elevation.

Question 11Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A physical education teacher wants to assess a student's speed over a short distance. Which test is most suitable?

  1. Shuttle run for agility with a football
  2. Sit-and-reach test
  3. 12-minute Cooper run
  4. 50-metre dash Correct answer.

Explanation

The 50-metre dash measures the time taken to cover a short distance at maximal effort, which is a direct measure of speed. It is short enough that fatigue does not limit performance, so the result reflects acceleration and top speed. Longer runs measure endurance instead.

Question 12Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which muscle group is the prime mover during the upward phase of a push-up?

  1. Erector spinae
  2. Gastrocnemius
  3. Hamstrings
  4. Pectoralis major with triceps brachii Correct answer.

Explanation

In a push-up the arms extend and the shoulders horizontally adduct, actions produced mainly by the pectoralis major and the triceps brachii. These muscles shorten concentrically to lift the body. The hamstrings, calf and spinal extensors act as stabilisers or are not primary movers in this movement.

Question 13Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a school tournament, a team is found to have fielded an unregistered player. What is the standard disciplinary consequence under tournament rules?

  1. The unregistered player is warned and the match continues
  2. The opposing team is penalised for raising the objection
  3. The match is replayed from the beginning with the same players
  4. The team forfeits the match and may face further disciplinary action Correct answer.

Explanation

Fielding an ineligible player breaches the tournament's registration rules, so the offending team normally forfeits the match and the matter is referred to the organising committee. Further sanctions such as disqualification from the tournament may follow. The purpose is to protect fair competition among all teams.

Question 14Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which of the following best explains why a warm-up reduces the risk of muscle injury?

  1. It decreases the speed of nerve impulses to the muscles
  2. It raises muscle temperature and improves blood flow and elasticity Correct answer.
  3. It lowers body temperature and reduces blood flow to muscles
  4. It depletes glycogen so the muscles work less

Explanation

Warming up increases muscle temperature, which makes muscle fibres more extensible and improves the efficiency of contraction. Blood flow to the working muscles rises, delivering more oxygen and removing waste products. Together these changes reduce the chance of overstretching and tearing tissue.

Question 15Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which of these is a correct description of an isometric muscle contraction?

  1. The muscle lengthens under tension
  2. The muscle shortens while the load remains constant
  3. Tension develops but the joint angle does not change Correct answer.
  4. The muscle relaxes completely without tension

Explanation

In an isometric contraction the muscle develops tension but its length stays the same because the resistance cannot be moved. A plank hold or a wall push are typical examples. Isotonic contractions, by contrast, involve a change in muscle length.

Question 16Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A long-distance runner should focus mainly on which type of training to improve aerobic capacity?

  1. Continuous running at a steady moderate pace Correct answer.
  2. Heavy single-repetition weightlifting
  3. Short 10-metre sprint starts
  4. Static stretching only

Explanation

Continuous running at a moderate pace keeps the heart rate elevated for an extended period, which develops stroke volume, capillary density and oxidative capacity. These adaptations raise aerobic capacity and endurance. Short sprints and heavy lifting develop other qualities such as speed and maximal strength.

Question 17Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which statement accurately describes the role of the International Olympic Committee regarding the Olympic Games?

  1. It owns the rights to the Olympic Games and selects the host city Correct answer.
  2. It coaches every national team during competition
  3. It conducts national school examinations in physical education
  4. It sets the rules for all domestic league matches

Explanation

The International Olympic Committee is the supreme authority of the Olympic Movement and holds the rights to the Olympic Games, including selecting the host city from bids. It does not run national education or coach teams directly. National Olympic committees and international federations handle those functions.

Question 18Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a basketball game, a player is fouled while attempting a shot that misses. What is the standard award?

  1. A throw-in from the sideline
  2. A three-point play
  3. Two free throws Correct answer.
  4. A jump ball

Explanation

A foul on a shooter whose attempt misses entitles the player to free throws, normally two when the shot was from inside the three-point line. If the shot had been successful, the basket would count and one additional free throw would be awarded. This protects the shooter's scoring opportunity.

Question 19Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which of these foods is the best source of high-quality protein for a young athlete's muscle repair after training?

  1. Coconut oil
  2. Refined sugar
  3. Boiled eggs and pulses Correct answer.
  4. White bread

Explanation

Eggs supply all essential amino acids in good proportion, and pulses add complementary plant protein, making this combination excellent for muscle repair. Protein provides the amino acids needed to rebuild muscle tissue damaged during exercise. Bread, sugar and oil supply mainly carbohydrate or fat.

Question 20Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A coach increases a weightlifter's squat load every week while keeping technique the same. Which training principle is being applied?

  1. Principle of progressive overload Correct answer.
  2. Principle of specificity
  3. Principle of reversibility
  4. Principle of individual difference

Explanation

Progressively raising the load above what the athlete is used to applies the principle of overload, and doing so gradually applies progression. The body adapts to the higher demand by increasing strength. This is the standard method for continued gains in resistance training.

Question 21Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which of the following is the correct order of the stages of a complete physical education lesson plan?

  1. Practice, introduction, demonstration, conclusion, evaluation
  2. Evaluation, practice, introduction, demonstration, conclusion
  3. Demonstration, evaluation, introduction, practice, conclusion
  4. Introduction, demonstration, practice, evaluation and conclusion Correct answer.

Explanation

A lesson begins by introducing the aim and motivating students, then demonstrates the skill so learners see a correct model. Students then practise under supervision, after which the teacher evaluates performance and concludes with feedback. This order moves learners from understanding to doing to assessment.

Question 22Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A 15-year-old student has a body mass of 50 kilograms and a height of 1.6 metres. What is the body mass index, and which category does it fall into?

  1. About 19.5, normal Correct answer.
  2. About 31.3, obese
  3. About 15.6, underweight
  4. About 24.2, overweight

Explanation

Body mass index is calculated as mass in kilograms divided by height in metres squared, so 50 divided by 2.56 equals about 19.5. For adolescents this value lies within the normal range. BMI is a screening measure and should be interpreted alongside growth charts for young people.

Question 23Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a single-elimination knockout tournament of 16 teams, how many matches must be played in total?

  1. 15 Correct answer.
  2. 8
  3. 16
  4. 32

Explanation

In a single-elimination tournament every match eliminates one team, and all but one team must be eliminated. With 16 teams, 15 matches are needed to leave one champion. The number of matches is therefore one less than the number of teams.

Question 24Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which explanation best describes why a cool-down after vigorous exercise helps recovery?

  1. It abruptly stops blood flow to the limbs
  2. It raises core temperature sharply to burn more fat
  3. It maintains circulation and helps clear metabolic waste such as lactic acid Correct answer.
  4. It increases muscle stiffness to build strength

Explanation

Gradual activity during a cool-down keeps blood circulating through the muscles and helps remove metabolic by-products while preventing blood from pooling in the legs. It also allows heart rate and breathing to return slowly to resting levels. This reduces dizziness and next-day soreness.

Question 25Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A kabaddi defender uses a thigh-hold to stop a raider. Which condition must be met for the tackle to be valid?

  1. The raider must remain chanting throughout the hold
  2. The raider must cross the baulk line after being held
  3. The defender must release the raider immediately without any signal
  4. The defender must force the raider to stop chanting or touch the ground within the hold time Correct answer.

Explanation

A successful tackle requires the defender to hold the raider until the raider stops chanting or is forced out of bounds, or until the hold exceeds the permitted time without a struggle. The defending team then scores a point and the raider is out. Releasing the raider without achieving this allows the raid to continue.

Question 26Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In NSQF Physical Education, which component is assessed through the practical file and viva rather than the written theory paper?

  1. Practical performance and record work Correct answer.
  2. The school's annual sports budget
  3. Only the final theory answer script
  4. The board's internal moderation report

Explanation

Under the NSQF scheme for Physical Education, marks are split between theory and a practical component that includes performance, a practical file or record, and a viva. The written paper covers only the theory portion, so practical skills and documentation are judged separately by the internal and external examiner.

Question 27Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A student's heart rate is measured as 20 beats in 15 seconds immediately after a 50 metre sprint. What is the estimated heart rate per minute?

  1. 100 beats per minute
  2. 60 beats per minute
  3. 20 beats per minute
  4. 80 beats per minute Correct answer.

Explanation

Heart rate per minute is estimated by multiplying the count in a short interval by the number of such intervals in a minute. Fifteen seconds fits four times into a minute, so 20 beats multiplied by 4 gives 80 beats per minute. This quick counting method is standard in school fitness testing.

Question 28Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which food combination would best supply a young athlete with carbohydrates for energy before a training session?

  1. Boiled eggs with butter
  2. Cucumber slices with black tea
  3. Chapati with dal and a banana Correct answer.
  4. Fried pakoras with cold drink

Explanation

Carbohydrates are the body's main quick energy source, and wholegrain cereals, pulses and fruit are carbohydrate-rich while also providing fibre and some protein. Chapati with dal and a banana is a balanced, easily digested pre-training meal. The other choices are either fat-heavy, low in carbohydrate, or lacking substantial energy content.

Question 29Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a standard 400 metre track, what does the term 'staggered start' mean for the 200 metre race?

  1. Runners must change lanes at the halfway mark
  2. The race begins in two separate heats
  3. Runners begin from standing rather than crouch position
  4. Each runner starts at a different marked point to equalise distance Correct answer.

Explanation

On a curved track, the outer lanes cover a longer arc than the inner lanes. A staggered start places each runner at a different marked position so that every athlete runs exactly 200 metres to the finish. This equalises the distance and keeps the competition fair.

Question 30Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which term describes the ability to change the body's direction quickly while maintaining control?

  1. Agility Correct answer.
  2. Flexibility
  3. Reaction time
  4. Speed endurance

Explanation

Agility is defined as the capacity to change direction rapidly and accurately without losing balance or control. It depends on coordination, strength and reaction, and is trained through drills such as shuttle runs and zig-zag sprints. The other components describe different, separate fitness qualities.

Question 31Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A school wants to run a round-robin league for 6 teams in a single circle. How many matches will be played in total?

  1. 15 matches Correct answer.
  2. 12 matches
  3. 30 matches
  4. 6 matches

Explanation

In a single round-robin, every team plays every other team once, so the number of matches equals n(n-1)/2. For six teams this is 6 x 5 / 2 = 15 matches. This format gives a fair league table because each team faces the same opposition.

Question 32Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which of the following is a correctly stated benefit of regular physical activity for a school student?

  1. It permanently increases resting heart rate
  2. It removes the need for warm-up before sport
  3. It improves bone density and muscular strength Correct answer.
  4. It eliminates the need for a balanced diet

Explanation

Weight-bearing and resistance activity during adolescence stimulates bone mineralisation and increases muscular strength, which supports growth and reduces injury risk. Regular activity also improves cardiovascular efficiency, but it lowers rather than raises resting heart rate. It complements, and never replaces, good nutrition or warm-up.

Question 33Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In volleyball, how many times may a team touch the ball before returning it over the net, excluding a block contact?

  1. Three touches Correct answer.
  2. Two touches
  3. Four touches
  4. Five touches

Explanation

A team is allowed a maximum of three contacts to return the ball, typically reception, set and attack. A block does not count as one of these three touches, so a team may block and still play three more contacts. Exceeding three contacts results in a fault.

Question 34Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A hockey player deliberately raises the stick above shoulder height near an opponent. What is the correct umpiring decision?

  1. Play on because the ball was not touched
  2. Award a free hit to the opposing team Correct answer.
  3. Stop play and restart with a bully
  4. Award a penalty corner to the attacking team

Explanation

Raising the stick dangerously near another player is a foul under hockey rules, and the standard sanction for a general field foul is a free hit to the non-offending team at the place of the offence. Dangerous play is penalised to protect players from injury, even if no contact occurred.

Question 35Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which statement correctly explains why a balanced diet should include iron-rich foods for a teenage athlete?

  1. Iron forms haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood Correct answer.
  2. Iron neutralises lactic acid in the muscles
  3. Iron is the main fuel burned during sprinting
  4. Iron directly builds muscle protein fibres

Explanation

Iron is a key component of haemoglobin in red blood cells, which transports oxygen from the lungs to working muscles. Adolescents have high iron needs because of growth, and athletes lose some iron through sweat, so deficiency can reduce endurance. Iron is a mineral and is not itself a fuel or a protein-building substance.

Question 36Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A physical education teacher records a student's 12-minute run distance to estimate aerobic fitness. Which quality is being measured?

  1. Explosive strength
  2. Static balance
  3. Cardiovascular endurance Correct answer.
  4. Muscular power

Explanation

A timed run over a fixed duration such as 12 minutes assesses how far a student can sustain aerobic work, which is the definition of cardiovascular endurance. The test depends on heart, lungs and oxygen transport rather than on short bursts of force. Power, strength and balance require different, brief tests.

Question 37Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which first-aid action is most appropriate immediately after a student twists an ankle on the playground?

  1. Apply ice, compress and elevate the ankle Correct answer.
  2. Ask the student to run it off
  3. Apply heat and massage the joint firmly
  4. Wrap the ankle tightly and continue play

Explanation

For an acute soft-tissue injury, the accepted immediate care is rest, ice, compression and elevation to limit swelling and bleeding within the tissue. Ice reduces pain and blood flow, while elevation helps drain fluid from the joint. Heat, massage and continued activity all tend to worsen swelling.

Question 38Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a game of kabaddi, what is the consequence when the raider is caught by the defenders before crossing the baulk line?

  1. The raider gets a second attempt
  2. The raider's team scores one point
  3. The raid is replayed from the centre
  4. The raider is out and the defending team scores a point Correct answer.

Explanation

If the defenders stop the raider from returning to their own half, the raider is declared out and the defending side earns a point. The raider must then leave the court and the team loses that player for the time prescribed by the rules. A raid is not replayed simply because the raider was tackled.

Question 39Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which training method is most suitable for improving a sprinter's starting reaction and acceleration over the first ten metres?

  1. Long slow distance running
  2. Short sprint starts from blocks with full recovery Correct answer.
  3. Continuous jogging for 40 minutes
  4. Static stretching held for one minute

Explanation

Acceleration and starting speed depend on the phosphagen energy system and neuromuscular coordination, so training must use short maximal efforts with complete recovery between repetitions. Sprint starts from blocks replicate the exact movement pattern and train the nervous system. Prolonged aerobic or static work does not develop explosive acceleration.

Question 40Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which statement correctly describes the role of the coach in an NSQF physical education vocational setting?

  1. The coach replaces the physical education teacher in all assessments
  2. The coach decides the final board examination marks alone
  3. The coach only arranges transport for the team
  4. The coach plans training, teaches technique and ensures participant safety Correct answer.

Explanation

A coach's professional role covers planning and delivering training, teaching and correcting technique, monitoring fitness, and safeguarding participants' health and safety. Assessment for board examinations remains the responsibility of the school and board-appointed examiners. The coach works alongside, not in place of, the teacher.

Question 41Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A 14-year-old student weighs 45 kg and runs 1.6 km in 12 minutes. Which fitness component does this performance primarily indicate?

  1. Aerobic endurance Correct answer.
  2. Shoulder flexibility
  3. Maximum muscular strength
  4. Reaction speed

Explanation

Covering a distance steadily over twelve minutes requires the aerobic system to supply oxygen continuously, so the result reflects aerobic endurance. The test is a common field measure of cardiovascular fitness in schools. Strength, reaction and flexibility are not meaningfully tested by sustained running.

Question 42Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a school cricket match, the bowler's front foot lands beyond the popping crease. What is the umpire's call?

  1. Leg bye
  2. Bye
  3. Wide ball
  4. No ball Correct answer.

Explanation

A bowler must have some part of the front foot behind the popping crease when releasing the ball. If the front foot lands beyond it, the delivery is a no ball, which gives an extra run and a free hit in limited-overs formats. A wide, bye or leg bye relates to the ball's line or to contact with the batter or body.

Question 43Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Which principle explains why a student who has trained for months at the same intensity stops improving?

  1. The principle of specificity
  2. The principle of individual differences
  3. The principle of progressive overload Correct answer.
  4. The principle of reversibility

Explanation

Adaptation occurs only when the training stimulus is gradually increased beyond the current capacity. When the same load and volume are repeated over months, the body has already adapted and progress stalls, so the load must be raised progressively. Reversibility, individual differences and specificity describe other training concepts.

Question 44Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Why does a coach measure a student's pulse immediately before and after a step test?

  1. To measure flexibility of the hip joint
  2. To calculate the student's body mass index
  3. To estimate the recovery of heart rate and aerobic fitness Correct answer.
  4. To assess muscular endurance of the arms

Explanation

Heart rate rises during stepping and falls during recovery, and the speed of that fall indicates cardiovascular efficiency. A fitter heart returns towards resting rate more quickly after a standard workload. Body mass index, flexibility and arm endurance all require different measurements.

Question 45Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A student wants to lose excess body fat safely while maintaining muscle. Which combination is most appropriate?

  1. Take dietary supplements and stop physical activity
  2. Eliminate all carbohydrates and avoid exercise
  3. Balanced diet with moderate calorie deficit plus regular aerobic and strength work Correct answer.
  4. Skip meals and train only with heavy weights

Explanation

Safe fat loss requires a modest energy deficit achieved through a balanced diet combined with regular aerobic exercise to burn energy and strength work to preserve muscle mass. Very low intake or removing whole food groups risks nutrient deficiency in a growing adolescent. Supplements cannot replace activity and good nutrition.

Question 46Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

In a badminton match, the shuttle lands on the sideline of the doubles court during a doubles game. What is the correct decision?

  1. Out, because only the singles line counts
  2. In, because the shuttle touched the line Correct answer.
  3. Let, and the point is replayed
  4. Fault against the striker for hitting too hard

Explanation

In badminton the boundary lines are part of the court, so a shuttle that touches the line is in play. The wider side lines apply in doubles and the narrower ones in singles, and the correct set depends on the event being played. A let is called only for interference, not for a ball landing on a line.

Question 47Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A basketball team wants to improve its defensive rebounding. Which training emphasis is most directly relevant?

  1. Improving static hamstring flexibility
  2. Increasing long-distance running volume
  3. Improving vertical jump power and box-out positioning Correct answer.
  4. Practising free-throw shooting technique

Explanation

Rebounding depends on timing, body position to block out opponents, and the ability to jump quickly and repeatedly. Power training for the legs combined with rehearsed box-out technique directly addresses these demands. Endurance running, free-throw shooting and static flexibility do not train rebounding actions.

Question 48Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A student's training diary shows high-intensity work every day with no rest day. Which outcome is most likely and why?

  1. Improved flexibility because muscles are constantly used
  2. Overtraining with fatigue and increased injury risk because recovery is missing Correct answer.
  3. Rapid continuous improvement because more work always means more fitness
  4. Better sleep because the body adapts to hard work

Explanation

Adaptation occurs during recovery, not during the training session itself. When high-intensity sessions are repeated without rest, fatigue accumulates faster than repair, leading to overtraining, reduced performance, disturbed sleep and higher injury risk. More work does not automatically produce more fitness.

Question 49Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

Why is a specific warm-up considered more useful than a general warm-up alone before a football match?

  1. It raises body temperature more than any other activity
  2. It guarantees prevention of all injuries
  3. It rehearses the sport's movement patterns and prepares the neuromuscular system Correct answer.
  4. It replaces the need for stretching after the match

Explanation

A general warm-up raises body temperature and blood flow, while a specific warm-up adds movements and skills used in the sport, such as passing and dribbling drills. This primes the neuromuscular coordination and sport-specific muscles that will be used. It complements rather than replaces post-match stretching and cannot guarantee freedom from injury.

Question 50Physical Education (NSQF vocational subject - theory and practical)

A physical education teacher must grade a student who is excellent in kabaddi but weak in gymnastics. Which assessment approach is fairest under NSQF practical guidelines?

  1. Grade only on the strongest sport to reward talent
  2. Ignore the weak area and grade on participation alone
  3. Assess across the prescribed practical components and record evidence for each Correct answer.
  4. Award full marks because the student is a district player

Explanation

NSQF practical assessment is criterion-based and covers the prescribed components, including performance, record file and viva, so each area must be assessed and evidenced. Grading only the strongest activity or on status ignores the required criteria and is unfair to other candidates. Participation alone does not demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes.