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became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal.

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Karnam Malleshwari
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Saina Nehwal
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Mithali Raj
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Mirabai Chanu
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The correct option is A Karnam Malleshwari
In 2000, Karnam Malleshwari became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal. She won the medal for weight-lifting.

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