Question

In which of the following Olympics did India win the highest number of medals?

• A. London 2012 Olympics
• B. Rio 2016 Olympics
• C. Tokyo 2020 Olympics
• D. Paris 2024 Olympics

Hint:

Remember "Tokyo-7". Even though Paris 2024 was highly anticipated, Tokyo remains the peak for India in terms of the total quantity of medals (7).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: India's performance at the Summer Olympics has improved significantly in the 21st century.

• Medal Tally Factors: The total number includes Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals.

• Tokyo 2020: This event was held in 2021 due to the pandemic.

Step 1: Comparing Historical Medal Counts.
London 2012: 6 Medals $|$ Rio 2016: 2 Medals In London, India won 2 Silver and 4 Bronze. In Rio, India won 1 Silver and 1 Bronze.

Step 2: Analyzing Recent Performances.

Tokyo 2020: 7 Medals $|$ Paris 2024: 6 Medals In Tokyo, India secured its best-ever haul with 1 Gold (Neeraj Chopra), 2 Silver, and 4 Bronze. In Paris 2024, India won 1 Silver and 5 Bronze (Total 6).