The Indian football team made its first appearance at the Olympics in 1948. They were drawn in a group with France, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. They lost their first two matches against France and the Netherlands, but beat Luxembourg in their final group match. This was not enough to qualify for the next round, however, as they finished third in their group.
The Indian football team has appeared at the Olympics six times in total, most recently in 2016. They have never won a match at the Olympics, and have never progressed beyond the group stage.
Option A is incorrect. The Indian football team did not compete at the 1936 Olympics.
Option B is correct. The Indian football team made its first appearance at the Olympics in 1948.
Option C is incorrect. The Indian football team did not compete at the 1952 Olympics.
Option D is incorrect. The Indian football team did not compete at the 1956 Olympics.