MCQ Detailed View

The 2018 Asian Games was officially called the 18th Asian Games and it was branded as Jakarta Palembang 2018. Because both names are used officially (the ordinal name and the host-city brand), the correct choice is “Both A & C”.

The event was held in Indonesia with two host cities, Jakarta and Palembang. It brought together athletes from across Asia in a multi-sport festival governed by the Olympic Council of Asia. The branding “Jakarta Palembang 2018” appeared on logos, uniforms, tickets, and media, while “18th Asian Games” is the formal edition title used in records and results.

Key facts (easy to remember):

• Official names: 18th Asian Games; Jakarta Palembang 2018


• Host country & cities: Indonesia — Jakarta and Palembang


• Dates: 18 August to 2 September 2018


• Motto: “Energy of Asia”


• Participating NOCs: 45 Asian countries and regions


• Sports & events: 40+ sports across hundreds of medal events


• Mascots: Bhin Bhin (bird), Atung (deer), Kaka (rhino)


• Main venues: Gelora Bung Karno (Jakarta) and Jakabaring Sport City (Palembang)


• Organizer: Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) with the Indonesian committees

For exam preparation, remember: “18th Asian Games” gives the edition number, and “Jakarta Palembang 2018” is the official host-city branding. Both point to the same event and are used together in official communications.