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Which of the following statements about scoring and penalties in field hockey is/are correct?
1) A field goal is valid only if played from inside the shooting circle.
2) In a penalty corner, the ball must exit and re-enter the circle before a goal.
3) A penalty stroke may be lifted to any height if pushed or flicked.

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Question Paper (25-Sep-2025) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is
1, 2 and 3 are Correct

Field Hockey Rules: Scoring & Penalties Explained

This section provides a clear analysis of the given statements concerning scoring and penalty regulations in field hockey, focusing on accuracy for exam preparation.

Statement Analysis: Field Hockey Regulations

  • Statement 1: A field goal is valid only if played from inside the shooting circle.

    Correct. This statement accurately reflects a core rule in field hockey. For a goal to be considered valid (a field goal), the ball must be played by an attacking player within the designated shooting circle (also known as the 'D') before it crosses the goal line.

  • Statement 2: In a penalty corner, the ball must exit and re-enter the circle before a goal.

    Correct. This statement is also correct. A key requirement for scoring from a penalty corner is that the ball must first travel outside the shooting circle. After exiting, it can be played back into the circle and then towards the goal. The ball must also be stationary before the first shot is taken from the circle edge.

  • Statement 3: A penalty stroke may be lifted to any height if pushed or flicked.

    Correct. This statement is deemed correct within the context of the rules. When a penalty stroke is awarded, the player taking the stroke pushes, flicks, or scoops the ball from the penalty spot. The rules allow for the ball to be lifted during this action, provided it is a continuous movement following the initial play.

Conclusion on Hockey Rules

All three statements (1, 2, and 3) provide accurate descriptions of specific rules related to scoring and penalties in field hockey.

Therefore, the correct option is the one that includes all three statements as being correct.

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