When did the Hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand make his Olympic debut?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 4 i.e. 1928, Amsterdam .
Major Dhyan Chand made his Olympic debut in 1928, Amsterdam.
Major Dhyan Chand, often called the 'Hockey Wizard,' made his Olympic debut at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. In this tournament, he played a pivotal role in helping India win its first Olympic gold medal in field hockey. Dhyan Chand was the top scorer of the tournament, and his exceptional skills and goal-scoring ability earned him international fame. He continued to represent India in the 1932 Los Angeles and 1936 Berlin Olympics, winning gold medals in both and establishing India as a dominant force in international hockey. His legacy remains unmatched in the history of Indian sports.
Other options :
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1932, Los Angeles: Dhyan Chand played and won gold, but it was his second Olympics.
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1936, Berlin: His third Olympics; India defeated Germany and won gold.
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1924, Paris: India did not participate in hockey at the 1924 Olympics.