Answer: (c) Only three
The correct statements regarding the 44th Chess Olympiad 2022 are:
It was the first time that the Chess Olympiad was held in India.
The official mascot was named 'Thambi.'
The trophy for the winning team in the open section is the Vera Menchik Cup.
The trophy for the winning team in the women's section is the Hamilton-Russell Cup.
Explanation:
The 44th Chess Olympiad 2022 was indeed the first time that India hosted the Chess Olympiad. It took place in Chennai, India, from August 1 to August 15, 2022.
The official mascot of the 44th Chess Olympiad was indeed named 'Thambi.' Thambi is a Tamil word that means "younger brother" and symbolizes the warmth and hospitality of the Indian culture.
The Vera Menchik Cup is the trophy awarded to the winning team in the open section of the Chess Olympiad. Vera Menchik was a prominent chess player in the early 20th century and the first Women's World Chess Champion.
The Hamilton-Russell Cup is not the trophy for the winning team in the women's section. The trophy for the winning team in the women's section is the Nona Gaprindashvili Cup. The Hamilton-Russell Cup is actually the trophy awarded to the winner of the Chess Olympiad's unofficial "Small Nations" tournament.
Authenticative reference source:
For the authenticative reference source, I will provide information from reliable government websites, including the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the official website of the 44th Chess Olympiad 2022.
The official website of the 44th Chess Olympiad 2022: https://www.fide.com/news/175
This website provides details about the event, including the location and dates.
International Chess Federation (FIDE) website: https://www.fide.com/
FIDE is the governing body for international chess competitions and can provide accurate information about the Chess Olympiad.
Government of India websites:
While I cannot provide direct links to specific government websites, you can visit the official websites of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports or the Sports Authority of India for official announcements or news regarding the hosting of the Chess Olympiad in India.
