I WONDER - Was India Part Of The World Cup?

In 1950, India withdrew from the World Cup because they were not allowed to play barefoot, a practice they had followed in the 1948 Olympics. India qualified for the World Cup as the only Asian team after three other teams withdrew from the qualification process, a spot initially offered by Visa to an Asian team.

Why did India withdraw from the 1950 World Cup?

• They did not have enough players.

• They were not allowed to play barefoot.

• They were banned from the tournament.

• They were not interested in football.

How did India qualify for the 1950 World Cup?

• They won a regional tournament.

• They were invited by FIFA.

• They were the only Asian team left after others withdrew.

• They were the reigning champions.

Which organization decided to offer a World Cup spot to an Asian team?

• IOC

• AFC

• Visa

• FIFA

How many Asian teams were initially sent for the World Cup qualification?

• Five

• Two

• Three

• Four

What was the outcome of the Asian teams' qualification process for the 1950 World Cup?

• India was the only team to qualify.

• No team qualified.

• All teams qualified.

• Two teams qualified.