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31.
The 2026 World Athletics Championships marathon victory for India is considered a 'watershed moment' primarily because:
A It was won by a debutant athlete.
B It signifies a potential shift in the global athletic landscape and inspires future generations.
C The race was held in India for the first time.
D It led to a change in the rules of marathon running.
32.
Historically, which region has dominated marathon running at international events like the World Athletics Championships?
A North America
B Europe
C East Africa
D South America
33.
Which of the following is a likely impact of India's gold medal win at the World Athletics Championships marathon?
A Reduced funding for athletics in India.
B Decreased interest in marathon running among the youth.
C Increased investment in sports infrastructure and training programs.
D Focus shifting solely to track events, neglecting endurance sports.
34.
The 2026 World Athletics Championships marathon victory for India is significant because:
A It was the first time an Indian participated in the event.
B It marks a breakthrough in endurance sports for India, previously dominated by East African athletes.
C The athlete set a new world record for the marathon.
D It led to immediate privatization of sports federations in India.
35.
Which event saw India secure its first-ever gold medal in the marathon in 2026?
A Olympic Games
B Asian Games
C World Athletics Championships
D Commonwealth Games
36.
India's success in polio eradication contributes to the global goal of:
A Controlling influenza pandemics.
B A polio-free world.
C Eradicating malaria.
D Developing new antibiotics.
37.
The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) is a partnership led by national governments with six core partners. Which of the following is NOT one of the core partners?
A World Health Organization (WHO)
B International Monetary Fund (IMF)
C Rotary International
D UNICEF
38.
Which of the following is crucial for preventing the re-establishment of poliovirus, as highlighted by the WHO?
A Reduced international travel.
B Robust surveillance systems and high vaccination coverage.
C Increased reliance on traditional medicine.
D Strict quarantine measures for all citizens.
39.
India was once a major ______ country for polio.
A Vaccine-producing
B Research
C Endemic
D Treatment
40.
Which organization has recognized India's progress in polio eradication?
A United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
B World Health Organization (WHO)
C Rotary International
D U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)