GK Quiz on BCCI

Cricket is more than a sport in India—it unites people of all ages and backgrounds. Behind every international match, domestic tournament, and rising talent, there’s a structured system managing and guiding the game. Understanding this system is an important part of general knowledge, especially for students, exam aspirants, and cricket fans.

The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) plays a crucial role in shaping Indian cricket. From organizing domestic tournaments to representing India internationally, its responsibilities go far beyond what we see on match day. Over time, the board has influenced how cricket is played, governed, and enjoyed across the country.

This quiz is designed to make learning about the BCCI easy and engaging. Each question helps readers recall key facts, understand the board’s role, and build a stronger awareness of Indian cricket—all in a simple and enjoyable way.

1. When was BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) founded?
a) 1928
b) 1932 ✅
c) 1947
d) 1950

2. Where is the headquarters of BCCI located?
a) Mumbai ✅
b) Delhi
c) Chennai
d) Kolkata

3. Who was the first president of BCCI?
a) S. K. Wankhede
b) R. E. Grant Govan ✅
c) N. Srinivasan
d) Jagmohan Dalmiya

4. Which year did India play its first official Test match under BCCI?
a) 1926
b) 1932 ✅
c) 1947
d) 1952

5. Which is the primary role of BCCI?
a) Organizing domestic cricket ✅
b) Managing football leagues
c) Conducting Olympics
d) Training tennis players

6. BCCI represents India in which international organization?
a) FIFA
b) ICC ✅
c) FIH
d) NBA

7. Which domestic tournament is organized by BCCI?
a) IPL ✅
b) ISL
c) Pro Kabaddi League
d) I-League

8. Who is responsible for appointing Indian cricket team captains?
a) ICC
b) BCCI ✅
c) State cricket associations
d) Players themselves

9. Which BCCI initiative promotes young talent in India?
a) Ranji Trophy
b) IPL
c) Under-19 Cricket tournaments ✅
d) Indian Super League

10. What does BCCI regulate besides tournaments?
a) Player contracts and salaries ✅
b) Stadium construction
c) Hockey tournaments
d) Olympic coaching

11. Who is the current president of BCCI (as of 2026)?
a) Sourav Ganguly
b) Roger Binny
c) Roger Binny ✅
d) Shashank Manohar

12. Which trophy is associated with Indian domestic first-class cricket?
a) Duleep Trophy
b) Ranji Trophy ✅
c) Vijay Hazare Trophy
d) Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

13. Which BCCI tournament is for T20 cricket?
a) Ranji Trophy
b) Vijay Hazare Trophy
c) Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy ✅
d) Duleep Trophy

14. When was the Indian Premier League (IPL) started by BCCI?
a) 2005
b) 2007 ✅
c) 2010
d) 2012

15. Who was the first Indian captain in the ICC Cricket World Cup?
a) Kapil Dev ✅
b) Sunil Gavaskar
c) Mohammed Azharuddin
d) Sourav Ganguly

16. Which Indian cricket association is NOT a BCCI member?
a) Mumbai Cricket Association
b) Tamil Nadu Cricket Association
c) Indian Hockey Federation ✅
d) Karnataka State Cricket Association

17. BCCI is responsible for India’s participation in which events?
a) Olympics
b) Cricket World Cup ✅
c) FIFA World Cup
d) Commonwealth Games

18. Which committee supervises BCCI’s administration?
a) Finance Committee
b) Selection Committee
c) Apex Council ✅
d) Cricket Advisory Board

19. Which IPL franchise is directly governed by BCCI rules?
a) Mumbai Indians
b) Chennai Super Kings
c) All franchises ✅
d) Only new teams

20. Which of the following is a key function of BCCI?
a) Player welfare ✅
b) Running cricket academies
c) Conducting charity matches
d) Building stadiums

21. Who decides the schedule of international tours for India?
a) ICC
b) State associations
c) BCCI ✅
d) Team captain

22. Which year did India win its first ICC Cricket World Cup under BCCI?
a) 1975
b) 1983 ✅
c) 1987
d) 1992

23. BCCI also organizes which age-level tournaments?
a) Under-16 and Under-19 ✅
b) Under-12 only
c) Under-25 only
d) None

24. Which BCCI initiative is related to women's cricket?
a) Women’s IPL ✅
b) Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
c) Ranji Trophy
d) Duleep Trophy

25. Which body oversees financial audits of BCCI?
a) RBI
b) Income Tax Department
c) Independent auditors ✅
d) Supreme Court