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Which of the following correctly identifies India's first Paralympic medallist and his achievement?

1. Devendra Jhajharia - Gold, javelin throw, Athens 1975
2. Murlikant Petkar - Gold, men's 50m freestyle, Heidelberg 1972
3. Mariyappan Thangavelu - Gold, high jump, Rio 1973
4. Avani Lekhara - Gold, air rifle, Tokyo 1976

Correct answer: Murlikant Petkar - Gold, men's 50m freestyle, Heidelberg 1972

Solution

Murlikant Petkar is regarded as India's first Paralympic medallist, and he won gold in the men's 50m freestyle swimming event at the 1972 Heidelberg Paralympics. The other options contain incorrect years or events.

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