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

1. P. T. Usha
2. Saina Nehwal
3. Karnam Malleswari
4. Mary Kom

Correct answer: Karnam Malleswari

Solution

Karnam Malleswari was the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal. She won a bronze medal in weightlifting at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

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