________ became the first Indian woman track and field athlete to clinch a gold medal in 100 m dash at the World Universiade 2019.
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Correct answer: D
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The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Dutee Chand.
Dutee Chand of Odisha scripted history at the 2019 Summer Universiade (World University Games) in Naples, Italy, by becoming the first Indian woman track and field athlete to win gold in the 100 m dash. She clocked 11.32 seconds, leading from start to finish, narrowly beating Switzerland’s Ajla Del Ponte (11.33 s), with Germany’s Lisa‑Marie Kwayie taking bronze . This marked India’s inaugural gold in the women’s 100 m at a global event and the country’s sole top-podium finish at that Universiade . Prior to this, Hima Das had made headlines by claiming a 400 m title at the World U‑20 Championships, but Dutee’s victory took place on the senior global stage . Her achievement was widely celebrated, earning congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Kovind, and Sports Minister Rijiju .