Which Indian female athlete was the first to win a medal in the Olympic Games? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Question

Share Report Error

Which Indian female athlete was the first to win a medal in the Olympic Games?

A. Saina Nehwal

B. Mary Kom

C. P.V. Sindhu

D. Karnam Malleswari

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Karnam Malleswari won a bronze medal in weightlifting at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours

Request complete Subject PDF

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Awards and Honours Questions

Question #1

Share Report

Which of the following is the highest award given by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc)?

A. IISc Award

B. Sir C. V. Raman Award

C. J. C. Bose Medal

D. Srinivasa Ramanujan Medal

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The J. C. Bose Medal is the highest award given by IISc, named after Jagadish Chandra Bose, for contributions to science.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours

Question #2

Share Report

The 'Gandhi Peace Prize' is awarded on which date?

A. August 15

B. October 2

C. January 30

D. January 26

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Gandhi Peace Prize is awarded on 2 October, Gandhi Jayanti.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours

Question #3

Share Report

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award carries a cash prize of:

A. Rs. 15 lakh

B. Rs. 10 lakh

C. Rs. 5 lakh

D. Rs. 20 lakh

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award currently carries a cash prize of Rs. 10 lakh, a shawl, and a medal. (As per latest update).

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours

Explore All Awards and Honours MCQs