CUET 2026 Physical Education May 21 Shift 1 Question Paper- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

CUET 2026 May 21 Shift 1 Physical Education Question Paper is available for download here. NTA is conducting the CUET 2026 exam from 11th May to 31st May.

CUET 2026 Physical Education exam consists of 50 questions for 250 marks to be attempted in 60 minutes.
As per the marking scheme, 5 marks are awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for incorrect answer.

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Question 1:

If a standard knockout tournament is being organized for a total of 19 teams, what is the total number of matches that will be played in the tournament, and how many teams will receive a 'Bye' in the first round?

(A) 18 matches and 13 byes
(B) 19 matches and 13 byes
(C) 18 matches and 3 byes
(D) 20 matches and 5 byes

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Question 2:

A corporate worker dealing with chronic lower back pain and spinal rigidity is advised to perform a corrective hatha yoga asana that involves lying prone and arching the upper torso backward like a raised cobra. Which of the following asanas matches this description?

(A) \( Bhujangasana \)
(B) \( Paschimottanasana \)
(C) \( Pawanmuktasana \)
(D) \( Vajrasana \)

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Question 3:

During a physical fitness evaluation, an athlete moves their leg sideways away from the central midline of the body. This specific joint movement is classified as:

(A) \( Abduction \)
(B) \( Adduction \)
(C) \( Flexion \)
(D) \( Extension \)

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Question 4:

During an intense basketball game, a player twists their ankle awkwardly, resulting in an acute tearing injury of the stabilizing lateral ligaments. This soft tissue injury is classified as a:

(A) \( Sprain \)
(B) \( Strain \)
(C) \( Contusion \)
(D) \( Abrasion \)

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Question 5:

Which of the following test protocols from the senior citizen Rikli \& Jones functional fitness battery is explicitly designed to assess the functional lower-body strength of older adults?

(A) Chair Stand Test
(B) Arm Curl Test
(C) Chair Sit and Reach Test
(D) Eight Foot Up and Go Test

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Question 6:

What is the total number of matches that will be played in a single league tournament containing 8 participating teams?

(A) \( 28 \)
(B) \( 56 \)
(C) \( 7 \)
(D) \( 32 \)

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Question 7:

A patient diagnosed with type-2 diabetes is looking to practice a seated forward-bending asana that compresses the abdominal organs and stretches the deep back muscles to help stimulate pancreatic function. Which asana matches this description?

(A) \( Paschimottanasana \)
(B) \( Sukhasana \)
(C) \( Katichakrasana \)
(D) \( Tadasana \)

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Question 8:

According to Newton's Third Law of Motion (Law of Action and Reaction), forces always occur in equal and opposite pairs. Which of the following sports movements directly demonstrates this law during execution?

(A) A swimmer pushing backward against the water to drive their body forward through the pool.
(B) An athlete choosing a heavier shotput ball to slow down its acceleration rate.
(C) A sprinter continuing to slide along the track after crossing the finish line.
(D) A passenger leaning sideways as a bobsled rounds a sharp corner.

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Question 9:

Which of the following physical fitness metrics is explicitly evaluated using the standard Harvard Step Test protocol?

(A) Cardiovascular (Aerobic) Endurance
(B) Explosive Leg Power
(C) Abdominal Muscle Strength
(D) Upper Body Muscular Flexibility

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Question 10:

During a soccer tournament, a player takes a direct hit to their shin from an opponent's boot. The impact leaves the skin unbroken but causes localized internal bleeding and deep bruising. This soft tissue injury is classified as a:

(A) \( Contusion \)
(B) \( Abrasion \)
(C) \( Laceration \)
(D) \( Incision \)

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CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

Parameter	Details
Exam Name	Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Duration	60 minutes per test
Total Sections	3 (Languages, Domain Subjects, General Test)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Questions per Test	50 questions (all compulsory)
Marking Scheme	+5 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Maximum Marks	250 marks per test
Maximum Subject Choices	5 subjects in total
Syllabus Base	Class 12 NCERT (mainly for Domain Subjects)

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CUET Questions

1.
Match the following sports injuries with their most appropriate description:

Choose the correct option:

(a)-(ii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iii), (d)-(iv)
(a)-(i), (b)-(ii), (c)-(iv), (d)-(iii)
(a)-(iii), (b)-(ii), (c)-(i), (d)-(iv)
(a)-(iv), (b)-(iii), (c)-(ii), (d)-(i)

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2.
In a knockout tournament involving 27 teams: Total number of matches to be played is, and Number of byes in the first round is

25 matches, 5 byes
26 matches, 5 byes
26 matches, 3 byes
27 matches, 5 byes

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3.
Which of the following asanas is most effective for management of diabetes according to yoga therapy principles?

Vajrasana
Paschimottanasana
Tadasana
Chakrasana

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4.
Which of the following physical exercises acts as a highly effective corrective measure to help rehabilitate and reverse the lower-limb deformity known as Genu Varum (Bow Legs)?

\( \text{Walking on the inner edges of the feet.} \)
\( \text{Walking exclusively on the outer lateral borders of the shoes.} \)
\( \text{Performing deep squats with the knees pressed tightly together.} \)
\( \text{Maintaining prolonged seated cross-legged meditation postures.} \)

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5.
A student has a resting heart rate of 72 beats per minute and a maximum heart rate of 196 beats per minute. According to the Karvonen Formula, what will be the target heart rate at 70% intensity?

146.8 bpm
158.8 bpm
164.2 bpm
172.4 bpm

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6.
The foundational motor skill test item known as the 'Plate Tapping Test' is included in standard youth fitness batteries to assess which physical capacity component?

\( \text{Speed of limb movement and upper body coordination} \)
\( \text{Abdominal core muscular endurance} \)
\( \text{Lower body explosive vertical power} \)
\( \text{Static balance and posture maintenance} \)

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CUET 2026 Physical Education May 21 Shift 1 Question Paper- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

CUET 2026 Physical Education May 21 Shift 1 Question Paper with Solution PDF

CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

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CUET Questions

1.
Match the following sports injuries with their most appropriate description:

Choose the correct option:

2.
In a knockout tournament involving 27 teams: Total number of matches to be played is, and Number of byes in the first round is

3.
Which of the following asanas is most effective for management of diabetes according to yoga therapy principles?

4.
Which of the following physical exercises acts as a highly effective corrective measure to help rehabilitate and reverse the lower-limb deformity known as Genu Varum (Bow Legs)?

5.
A student has a resting heart rate of 72 beats per minute and a maximum heart rate of 196 beats per minute. According to the Karvonen Formula, what will be the target heart rate at 70% intensity?

6.
The foundational motor skill test item known as the 'Plate Tapping Test' is included in standard youth fitness batteries to assess which physical capacity component?

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CUET 2026 Physical Education May 21 Shift 1 Question Paper with Solution PDF

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CUET Questions

1.Match the following sports injuries with their most appropriate description: Choose the correct option:

2.In a knockout tournament involving 27 teams: Total number of matches to be played is, and Number of byes in the first round is

3.Which of the following asanas is most effective for management of diabetes according to yoga therapy principles?

4.Which of the following physical exercises acts as a highly effective corrective measure to help rehabilitate and reverse the lower-limb deformity known as Genu Varum (Bow Legs)?

5.A student has a resting heart rate of 72 beats per minute and a maximum heart rate of 196 beats per minute. According to the Karvonen Formula, what will be the target heart rate at 70% intensity?

6.The foundational motor skill test item known as the 'Plate Tapping Test' is included in standard youth fitness batteries to assess which physical capacity component?

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1.
Match the following sports injuries with their most appropriate description:

Choose the correct option:

2.
In a knockout tournament involving 27 teams: Total number of matches to be played is, and Number of byes in the first round is

3.
Which of the following asanas is most effective for management of diabetes according to yoga therapy principles?

4.
Which of the following physical exercises acts as a highly effective corrective measure to help rehabilitate and reverse the lower-limb deformity known as Genu Varum (Bow Legs)?

5.
A student has a resting heart rate of 72 beats per minute and a maximum heart rate of 196 beats per minute. According to the Karvonen Formula, what will be the target heart rate at 70% intensity?

6.
The foundational motor skill test item known as the 'Plate Tapping Test' is included in standard youth fitness batteries to assess which physical capacity component?