When and where did India win its first World Championships medal in Athletics?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 2003, France.
India won its first World Athletics Championships medal in 2003 in Paris, France. Anju Bobby George, an Indian long jumper, secured the bronze medal with a jump of 6.70 meters. This achievement marked a historic moment in Indian athletics, as Anju became the first Indian to win a medal at the World Championships in Athletics. Her performance remains a significant milestone in the country's sports history.