India at the 1928 Summer Olympics
| India at the 1928 Summer Olympics | |
|---|---|
Flag of India | |
| IOC code | IND |
| NOC | Indian Olympic Association |
| in Amsterdam | |
| Competitors | 21 in 2 sports |
| Medals Ranked 24th |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
India competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It was the country's fourth participation in the Summer Olympics its debut at the 1900 Summer Olympics. The Indian team consisted of 21 athletes and competed in two sports. India competed in the men's field hockey event for the first time in the history of the Games, and won the gold medal. It was the country's first gold medal, and the began a streak in the sport that continued through the 1956 Games.