Who is the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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

A. Mary Kom

B. Saina Nehwal

C. Karnam Malleswari

D. P. T. Usha

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Karnam Malleswari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal by claiming bronze in weightlifting at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

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