The Olympic Games are held every ______.

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SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 19 Jul 2023 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is fourth year.

Key Points

Olympic Games:-
- The modern Olympic Games were revived by Pierre de Coubertin in 1896. The ancient Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, from around 776 BC to 393 AD.
- The Summer Olympics are held every four years, while the Winter Olympics are also held every four years but are staggered by two years from the Summer Games.
- The host city and country for each Olympic Games are selected through a bidding process by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The hosting provides an opportunity for the host country to showcase its culture, infrastructure, and hospitality.
- The Olympic Games feature a wide range of sports and disciplines, including athletics, swimming, gymnastics, cycling, skiing, figure skating, and more. The program can vary between the Summer and Winter Games.
- The Olympic rings symbolize the five continents of the world united through sports. Each ring represents a continent: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.