wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

In which year were the Commonwealth Games held for the first time?

A
1926
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
1930
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
1948
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
1950
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B 1930
The 1930 British Empire Games were the first of what later become known as the Commonwealth Games, and were held in Hamilton, in the province of Ontario in Canada from 16–23 August 1930. Eleven countries sent a total of 400 athletes to the Hamilton Games.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Basics of Genetics
HISTORY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon