Indian Firsts — Set 3

Correct Answer: B. Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in javelin throw at the 2023 Budapest World Championships. He had previously won the Olympic gold in Tokyo in 2021. He is the first Indian to hold both Olympic and World titles simultaneously.

Correct Answer: C. Dhyan Chand

Major Dhyan Chand scored three goals in a single match during the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. He is known as 'The Wizard' for his extraordinary ball control. India won its first Olympic gold in hockey during that tournament.

Correct Answer: A. Rupa Unnikrishnan

Rupa Unnikrishnan won the gold medal in the 50m Rifle Prone event in 1998. She was the first Indian woman to win a gold at the Commonwealth Games. This victory took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Correct Answer: B. Leander Paes

Leander Paes won many matches in singles and doubles throughout the early 2000s. He won a bronze medal in singles at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. He is one of the most decorated doubles players in tennis history.

Correct Answer: B. Mary Kom

Mary Kom won a silver medal at the inaugural World Women's Boxing Championship in 2001. She later went on to win six gold medals at the world level. She is an inspiration to many combat sports athletes in India.

Correct Answer: A. Ramanathan Krishnan

Ramanathan Krishnan won the Junior Wimbledon boys' singles title in 1954. This victory established him as a rising star in the international tennis circuit. He was the first Asian to achieve this specific milestone.

Correct Answer: D. Harbhajan Singh

Harbhajan Singh achieved this feat against Australia at Eden Gardens in 2001. He dismissed Ricky Ponting, Adam Gilchrist, and Shane Warne in three consecutive balls. This performance helped India win a historic match.

Correct Answer: B. Deepa Malik

Deepa Malik won a silver medal in shot put at the 2016 Rio Paralympics. She was the first Indian woman to achieve this distinction at the Paralympic Games. She is also a recipient of the Khel Ratna award.

Correct Answer: C. Lala Amarnath

Lala Amarnath scored 118 runs against England at Mumbai in 1933. This was the first ever Test century recorded by an Indian batsman. He later served as a manager and selector for the Indian team.

Correct Answer: C. Arjun Atwal

Arjun Atwal became the first Indian to earn a PGA Tour card in 2003. He later became the first Indian to win a PGA Tour event in 2010. He has represented India in multiple international golf tournaments.