Examine the following statements :

A. On 12 July, 2018, Hima Das of India became the first Indian woman to win a gold at the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World Under-20 Athletics Championships.

B. She won the gold medal in the women's 200m final race held in Ireland.

C. 18 years old Hima Das belongs to Nagaon district of Assam state. 

Choose the correct answer:

Key Points

• Hima Das of India became the first Indian woman to win a gold at the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World Under-20 Athletics Championships on 12 July, 2018.
• She won the gold medal in the women’s 400m final race held in Finland, not Ireland.
• Hima Das was 18 years old at the time of her victory and belongs to Nagaon district of Assam state.
• Therefore, statements A and C are correct, while statement B is incorrect.

Additional Information

• International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF)
  • The IAAF is the international governing body for the sport of athletics, which includes track and field, cross country running, road running, racewalking, mountain running, and ultra running.
  • It was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Monaco.
  • The IAAF World U20 Championships is a biennial world championship event for junior (under-20) athletes.
• Hima Das
  • Hima Das, also known as the "Dhing Express," is an Indian sprinter from the state of Assam.
  • She specializes in the 400 meters and is known for her speed and endurance.
  • Hima made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win a gold medal in a track event at the IAAF World U20 Championships.
• Women’s 400m Race
  • The 400 meters is a sprint race in track and field competitions.
  • It is a standard distance in both indoor and outdoor track events.
  • The race requires a combination of speed, strategy, and endurance, as athletes must maintain a fast pace over the entire distance.