Avani Lekhara, who created history in August 2024 by becoming the first Indian woman to win two gold medals at the Paralympics, belongs to which of the following disciplines?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) Para shooting​

Explanation:
Avani Lekhara is an Indian para shooter who made history at the Paris 2024 Paralympics by winning two gold medals in the 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event.

She scored 249.7, setting a new Paralympic record and becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat at the Paralympic Games. ​

Information Booster:

• Her achievements have earned her numerous accolades, including the Padma Shri and the Khel Ratna Award.​
  

• Avani Lekhara hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan, and took up shooting after a car accident in 2012 left her with paraplegia.

• Her victory in Paris marked her second consecutive gold medal in this event, following her win at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

• Avani Lekhara's achievements have significantly contributed to India's standing in para shooting on the global stage.

Additional Information:
• Para swimming – Suyash Jadhav is a notable Indian para swimmer who has represented India in multiple international competitions.
• Para powerlifting – Sakina Khatun is a famous Indian para powerlifter who won a bronze medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
• Para canoeing –Prachi Yadav became the first Indian para canoeist to qualify and represent India at the Paralympics (Tokyo 2020).​