Question

Who was the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal?

• A. Karnam Malleswari
• B. P.T. Usha
• C. Sania Mirza
• D. Saina Nehwal

Hint:

Remember firsts in Indian sports history to answer such questions confidently.
Karnam Malleswari – first Indian woman Olympic medalist.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Karnam Malleswari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal by securing a bronze in weightlifting at the Sydney Olympics in 2000.
Step 1: Recognize contributions
She paved the way for women athletes in India and inspired future generations.
Step 2: Other athletes
- P.T. Usha came close but narrowly missed a medal.
- Sania Mirza and Saina Nehwal are prominent in tennis and badminton respectively but did not win the first Olympic medal.
Therefore, option (A) is correct.