SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL - 25 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q27

Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal at which Commonwealth Games?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 2014.

Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, Scotland. She competed in the women’s 48 kg weightlifting category and lifted a total of 170 kg (75 kg in snatch and 95 kg in clean and jerk). This marked her first significant achievement on the international stage. Although she missed out on gold by a narrow margin, this performance showcased her potential and paved the way for her future successes, including a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and an Olympic silver in 2021.