Question

Differentiate between Service zone and Substitution zone.

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Aspect	Service Zone	Substitution Zone
1.	Location	Located behind the end line, measuring 9 metres across.	It is located towards the sideline, between the assault line (3 - meter line) and the centreline.
2.	Purpose	Area from where the server serves the ball to begin a rally.	Area from where players enter and exit the court during substitutions.
3.	Player Action	Players must serve the ball from within this zone.	Players must cross through this zone while substituting into or out of the match.
4.	Involvement in Play	Involved in starting the rally by serving the ball.	Involved in organising player substitutions during the game.
5.	Movement Restriction	The server cannot step on or over the end line until the ball is hit.	Substitutions are allowed only with the referee’s agreement in this zone.