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GK QUESTION#2042

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

  1. A1936
  2. B1932
  3. C1924
  4. D1928Correct answer
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D. 1928

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1928. India made its Olympic hockey debut in 1928 (Amsterdam), winning gold by defeating the Netherlands. Led by Jaipal Singh, with Dhyan Chand scoring 14 goals, India remains the most successful Olympic hockey team with 8 gold medals (1928–1980).

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