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Which one of the following females athletes is not a squash player?

This question was previously asked in
RRB ALP 2018 CBT 2 Fitter Question Paper (21-Jan-2019) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

Koneru Humpy

Identifying the Non-Squash Player Athlete

The question asks us to identify the female athlete from the given options who is not a squash player. Let's examine each athlete mentioned in the options:

  • Koneru Humpy: Koneru Humpy is a famous Indian chess player. She is a Grandmaster and a former Women's World Rapid Chess Champion. Her sport is chess, not squash.
  • Joshna Chinnappa: Joshna Chinnappa is a prominent Indian professional squash player. She has won multiple national championships and represented India in international tournaments. Her sport is squash.
  • Dipika Pallikal: Dipika Pallikal is also a well-known Indian professional squash player. She has achieved significant success in international squash events, including winning medals at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. Her sport is squash.
  • Anaka Alankamony: Anaka Alankamony is an Indian professional squash player. She has represented India in various junior and senior international squash competitions. Her sport is squash.

Based on the sports played by these athletes, Koneru Humpy is the only one among the options who is not a squash player. She is a celebrated chess player.

Here is a summary table:

Athlete Name Primary Sport Is a Squash Player?
Koneru Humpy Chess No
Joshna Chinnappa Squash Yes
Dipika Pallikal Squash Yes
Anaka Alankamony Squash Yes

Revision Table: Indian Female Athletes

Let's quickly revise some key facts about these athletes:

  • Koneru Humpy: Grandmaster in Chess, multiple titles won.
  • Joshna Chinnappa: Top Indian Squash player, multiple national titles.
  • Dipika Pallikal: Top Indian Squash player, Commonwealth and Asian Games medalist.
  • Anaka Alankamony: Indian Squash player, successful in junior circuits.

Additional Information: Indian Sports Personalities

India has produced many remarkable female athletes across various sports. While Joshna Chinnappa, Dipika Pallikal, and Anaka Alankamony have made their mark in squash, Koneru Humpy is a pioneer in Indian chess. Understanding the specific sport associated with famous personalities is important for general awareness and competitive exams. Other notable Indian female athletes include P.V. Sindhu (Badminton), Mary Kom (Boxing), Saina Nehwal (Badminton), Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting), and many others who excel in their respective fields.

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