In which of the following events did India get its first individual Olympic gold medal?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Shooting .
India's first individual Olympic gold medal was won by Abhinav Bindra at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the 10-meter air rifle shooting event. Bindra scored 700.5 points, securing the top spot and making history as the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold. His achievement was a moment of national pride, as India had previously won Olympic gold medals only in team events (hockey). Bindra’s precision, focus, and dedication marked a milestone in Indian sports history, inspiring future generations of athletes and placing shooting on the map as a strong discipline in Indian Olympic performances.