This tournament is India's oldest football tournament, named after its founder who was a Foreign Secretary in-charge of India from 1884 to 1894. Which tournament are we talking about?
A
Wilson Cup
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B
Durand Cup
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C
Santosh Trophy
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D
Subroto Cup
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Solution
The correct option is B Durand Cup
Durand Cup or Durand Football Tournament is a football competition in India. It was founded in 1888 (131 years ago). It is Asia’s oldest football tournament and 3rd oldest football tournament in the world.
The Tournament is named after its founder, Sir Mortimer Durand, Foreign Secretary in charge of India from 1884 to 1894.