Correct Answer: Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav

Solution : The correct answer is Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav .

Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, fondly known as the "pocket dynamo", holds the distinction of being the first independent Indian athlete to secure an individual Olympic medal. Born in 1926 in Maharashtra's Goleshwar village to a wrestling family, Jadhav initially excelled in swimming. Guided by his father, he transitioned to wrestling, achieving success at school, state and national levels. His notable journey culminated in the 1948 London Olympics, where he secured a commendable sixth place despite being unfamiliar with international rules and formats.