According to Sports Ministry sources, who is the first female sportsperson to be recommended for Padma Vibhushan?

According to Sports Ministry sources, who is the first female sportspe

1.	According to Sports Ministry sources, who is the first female sportsperson to be recommended for Padma Vibhushan?
Answer» Mary Kom has been recommended for the Padma Vibhushan Award, India's second-highest civilian award, as per Sports Ministry sources. She is the first female athlete to be recommended for the Padma Vibhushan.