Question

Consider the following statements:

A. The 2024 Paralympic Games was held in Tokyo, Japan.
B. India achieved their most successful performance in Paralympic history at the 2024 Paralympic Games, securing a total of 29 medals.
C. Indian para-athletes participated in three new sports in 2024 - para cricket, para rowing, and blind football.
D. Javelin ace Sumit Antil made history as the first Indian man to defend his title at the Paralympics.

Which of the above statement/statements is/are correct?

1. A and B only
2. A and C only
3. B and D only
4. C and D only

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 3. B and D only

Explanation:

• Statement A: Incorrect.
  The 2024 Paralympic Games were scheduled to be held in Paris, France, not Tokyo, Japan.

• Statement B: Correct.
  India achieved its most successful performance at the 2024 Paralympic Games, winning a total of 29 medals.

• Statement C: Incorrect.
  The sports mentioned, para cricket, para rowing, and blind football, were not included in the 2024 Paralympic Games.

• Statement D: Correct.
  Sumit Antil, a javelin thrower, defended his title and made history as the first Indian man to do so at the Paralympics.

Final Verification:

You can verify this information through official records on the 2024 Paris Paralympics at https://www.paris2024.org.