Question

Who was the first Olympic medal winner for India?

• A. Abhinav Bindra
• B. KD Jadhav
• C. Milkha Singh
• D. Leander Paes

Hint:

Before KD Jadhav, India had only won Olympic medals in team events (mostly in hockey).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Early Olympic Participation by India.
India has participated in the Olympics since 1900. However, the country did not win its first individual medal until much later. Step 2: Understanding KD Jadhav’s Achievement.
KD Jadhav won the first Olympic medal for India in 1952. He won a bronze in wrestling at the Helsinki Olympics. This was a monumental achievement, as it marked India's first individual Olympic medal in history. Step 3: Verifying Other Options.
Option (1): Abhinav Bindra won India’s first Olympic gold in shooting in 2008, but not the first Olympic medal.
Option (3): Milkha Singh was a great athlete, but he did not win an Olympic medal.
Option (4): Leander Paes is famous for his tennis career and won an Olympic bronze in 1996, but it was not India's first Olympic medal.