Who is PV Sindhu–

Correct option is B

Sol. PV Sindhu is a professional Indian badminton player who has brought global recognition to the sport in India. She became the first Indian woman to win two Olympic medals in badminton: a silver at the Rio Olympics (2016) and a bronze at the Tokyo Olympics (2020). In 2019, she made history by winning gold at the BWF World Championships. Sindhu has also won multiple medals in the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. She has been awarded the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna for her sporting excellence. Her powerful gameplay, fitness, and consistency have made her a national icon and role model for aspiring athletes.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Cricket Player – Incorrect. PV Sindhu has no affiliation with cricket. She is known solely for her achievements in badminton. Famous women cricketers include Mithali Raj, Jhulan Goswami, and Harmanpreet Kaur.
· (b) Badminton Player – Correct. PV Sindhu is among India’s most decorated badminton athletes with Olympic, World Championship, and international titles. She is a leading face of Indian sports.
· (c) Hockey Player – This is incorrect. Indian hockey stars include Rani Rampal and Savita Punia. PV Sindhu has never played hockey at the national or international level.
· (d) Shooting Champion – Incorrect. Indian shooting champions include Abhinav Bindra, Manu Bhaker, and Saurabh Chaudhary, who are known for Olympic-level shooting events — not Sindhu.