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SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 29

SSC GD Constable - 5 May 2026 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q29

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Who won India’s only medal in athletics at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: Neeraj Chopra

Explanation:

At the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, which were held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal.

This historic achievement made him the first Indian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in athletics. He was also India’s only athletics medalist at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Additional Points:

  • Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal with a throw of 87.58 metres.

  • In recognition of his historic achievement, August 7 is observed as National Javelin Throw Day in India.

  • Neeraj Chopra is associated with the sport of Javelin Throw.

Important Questions and Answers:

Question: Neeraj Chopra is associated with which sport?
Answer: Javelin Throw.

Question: What distance did Neeraj Chopra throw to win the gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
Answer: 87.58 metres.