Explanation:

- Option 1: 1952

- In the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, India did win gold, but it wasn't their first.

- It was their second Olympic gold in hockey post-Independence.

- Option 2: 1960

- In the 1960 Rome Olympics, India won a silver medal in hockey.

- They lost the final to Pakistan.

- Option 3: 1948

- This was the first Olympic Games after India's Independence.

- India won its first Olympic gold in hockey at the 1948 London Olympics.

- The team triumphed over Great Britain in the final.

- Option 4: 1956

- India won gold at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics.

- It wasn't their first post-Independence gold.

Correct Answer: Option 3 - 1948