SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 36

SSC CGL - 12 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q36

In which year did India make its Olympic debut in hockey?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 1928.

India made its Olympic debut in hockey at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. The Indian men's hockey team won the gold medal in their first appearance, marking the beginning of India's dominance in the sport. Led by captain Jaipal Singh, the team defeated the Netherlands 3-0 in the final to secure the country's first Olympic gold in hockey. This victory laid the foundation for India's future success in the sport, as they went on to win several more Olympic golds.