Who was the first captain of Pakistan Hockey Olympic Team?

A. Hamidullah Khan
B. Manzoor Hussain
C. Ali Iqtdar Shah Dara
D. Munir Dar

đź§  Explanation:

Ali Iqtidar Shah Dara was the first captain of Pakistan’s Olympic hockey team in 1948, leading the newly independent nation in its debut at the London Olympics. His leadership laid the foundation for Pakistan’s hockey legacy, which saw multiple Olympic and World Cup victories. Studying Dara highlights Pakistan’s early sports history and national pride, a key topic in sports studies, reflecting how athletic achievements shape identity and global recognition for emerging nations.