Question

Mention any three faults committed by a player in a game of badminton.

Mention any five faults a badminton player may commit during the game.

Answer 1

1. Double Hit: A double hit happens when a player strikes the shuttlecock twice in a row during a single stroke or action. This often occurs unintentionally, such as when the shuttle rebounds unexpectedly off the racket. Double hits are faults and lead to the loss of the rally or point by the player who commits the violation.
2. Out of Position: Players must keep correct court positions during the game. If a player is out of position, that is, not in their assigned area based on singles or doubles play, it may be ruled a fault. Poor positioning can also allow opponents to exploit open spaces, potentially resulting in lost points.
3. Time Violations: Players are expected to keep a reasonable pace of play and follow the time limits for serving, receiving, and changing ends. Excessive delays or stalling tactics, such as deliberately slowing the game or taking too long between points, may lead to time violations and penalties, including loss of serve or points.
4. Touching the Net: If a player touches the net with the racket, body, or clothes while the shuttle is in play, it is considered a fault.
5. Shuttle Landing Outside the Court: If a player hits the shuttle and it lands outside the boundary lines of the court, it is a fault, and the opponent gets the point.