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GK QUESTION#1817

Which of the following statements best describes the history and development of Judo?

  1. AThe martial art of Judo was developed in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano.Correct answer
  2. BIndia’s first National Judo Championship was organized in 1980 in Mumbai.
  3. CKalpana Devi became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the 2010 Judo Grand Prix.
  4. DJudo was officially included in the Olympic Games for the first time in 1972.
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A. The martial art of Judo was developed in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano.

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Judo is a modern Japanese martial art and combat sport that emphasizes unarmed techniques. It was founded by Jigoro Kano in Japan in 1882. Judo made its Olympic debut at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. In India, the first National Judo Championship was held in Hyderabad in 1966. Kalpana Devi is a notable Indian judoka who has won medals in Asian and Commonwealth events.

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