Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) Avani Lekhara
Avani Lekhara created history by becoming the first Indian woman to win two gold medals at the Paralympic Games.
At the Paris 2024 Paralympics, she clinched gold in the Women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event.
She had previously won a gold and a bronze at Tokyo 2020, and with her second Paralympic gold in Paris, she further cemented her legacy.
She set a new Paralympic record with a score of 249.7 points, surpassing her own record from Tokyo (249.6).
Her success highlights the rise of para-sports in India and her consistent dominance in shooting sports.
Information Booster:
Avani represents Rajasthan and competes in the SH1 shooting category.
She was inspired by Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra to take up shooting.
Avani won Khel Ratna Award, India’s highest sporting honor.
Paris 2024 saw India’s best-ever performance at the Paralympic Games.
Avani is also pursuing law studies, showcasing her excellence beyond sports.
She is known for promoting women empowerment and para-sports in India.
Additional Information:
Manish Narwal: Won silver in Men's 10m Air Pistol SH1 at Paris 2024.
Mona Agarwal: Secured bronze in Women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1.
Mariyappan Thangavelu: Won bronze in Men's High Jump T63 category.
