Q7 · UPPSC Prelims 2022 · Set B · General Studies

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Who among the following has won the woman's single title in the Syed Modi International Tournament held in January 2022?

A Ashwini Ponnappa
B Jwala Gutta
C Saina Nehwal
D P. V. Sindhu

Correct answer: (d) P. V. Sindhu

Explanation

  1. A

    Ashwini Ponnappa

    Ashwini Ponnappa claims the title of the winner, but she is primarily a doubles specialist and did not win this singles event.

  2. B

    Jwala Gutta

    Jwala Gutta claims the victory, but she is a veteran doubles player and was not a participant or winner in this singles category.

  3. C

    Saina Nehwal

    Saina Nehwal claims the championship, but she was defeated in the earlier rounds and did not secure the 2022 title.

  4. D

    P. V. Sindhu

    is (d) P. V. Sindhu, who defeated Malvika Bansod in the final to win the women's singles title at the Syed Modi International Tournament held in Lucknow in January 2022.

Summary. Official key is (d) P. V. Sindhu won the women's singles title at the Syed Modi International Tournament in January 2022. The tournament took place in Lucknow, India, where Sindhu defeated fellow compatriot Malvika Bansod in straight games. Other prominent Indian shuttlers like Saina Nehwal, Ashwini Ponnappa, and Jwala Gutta did not win this specific singles crown. Sindhu's victory added another significant milestone to her illustrious badminton career. Candidates must remember current sports updates from early 2022 for UPPSC exams.