Who led the four-member Indian judo team at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: (3) Tulika Maan
Explanation:
The four-member Indian Judo squad at the 19th Asian Games 2023, held in Hangzhou, China, was led by Commonwealth Games silver medalist Tulika Maan. Tulika Maan competed in the women's +78 kg weight category and reached the bronze medal match; however, she narrowly missed out on winning a medal. In addition to Tulika Maan, the Indian Judo team included Avtar Singh, Garima Chaudhary, and Indubala Devi Maibam. In the history of the Asian Games, India has won a total of 5 medals (all bronze) in Judo to date; however, the country failed to secure any medals in Judo during the 2023 edition.
Additional Points:
Avtar Singh: He represented India in the men's -100 kg category. He had also represented India at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Garima Chaudhary: She was the only Indian judoka to qualify for the 2012 London Olympics. She competed in the -70 kg category at the Asian Games 2023.
Indubala Devi Maibam: She competed in the women's -78 kg category.
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