Vijender Singh has represented India in Olympics for how many times?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) 3

Vijender Singh, India's renowned boxer, has represented the country in the Olympics three times – 2004 Athens Olympics, 2008 Beijing Olympics, and 2012 London Olympics. He made history in 2008 by winning India's first-ever Olympic medal in boxing, securing a bronze medal in the middleweight (75 kg) category.

• Vijender Singh won a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, becoming India's first Olympic boxing medalist.
• He also won a bronze medal at the 2009 World Championships in Milan, Italy.
• He turned professional in 2015 and remained undefeated in his first 12 professional fights.
• He was awarded the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2009, India’s highest sporting honor.
• Vijender has also served as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Haryana Police.
• His achievements helped boost the popularity of boxing in India, inspiring future boxers like Mary Kom and Amit Panghal.
• After his successful boxing career, he also ventured into politics and acting.