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Discus Throw

Karnataka Board · Class 10 · Physical Education

Summary of Discus Throw for Karnataka Board Class 10 Physical Education. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Discus throw is an ancient athletic event that has its roots in ancient Greece during the times of poet Homer (9th century BC). It was an important entertaining event described in Homer's poems. Today, it remains one of the most technical and challenging field events in track and field athletics, re

Key Concepts

The discus is made from wood

The discus is made from wood or suitable material with a spherical shape. Its edge is lined with a metal rim of about 6mm width. The center has a meta

The throwing circle has an inner

The throwing circle has an inner diameter of 2.50 meters with a rim at least 5mm thick painted white. White lines (75cm long, 5cm wide) are drawn perp

Throws must be made from inside

Throws must be made from inside the circle from a stationary position. Athletes can touch the inner rim but not the top or outside. The discus must la

Vikas Gowda (born 1983

Vikas Gowda (born 1983, Mysuru) holds the national record of 66.28m set in 2012. He participated in three Olympics and won medals at Asian and Commonw

The men's world record is held

The men's world record is held by Jurgen Schult (Germany) at 74.08m set in 1986 - the longest-standing record in track and field. Women's world record

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the construction and specifications of the discus for different categories
  • Learn the measurements and layout of the throwing circle and sector
  • Master the rules and regulations of discus throw competition
  • Study the achievements of national and international athletes
  • Analyze world, national, and state records in discus throw

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Discus Throw for Karnataka Board Class 10 Physical Education?

Discus Throw covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Karnataka Board Class 10 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.

Start by understanding all key concepts. Practise previous year questions from this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly. Use flashcards for quick revision before the exam.

Sources & Official References

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