India hosted high-level international meetings on anti-doping in sports

Current Context: India recently hosted two significant international meetings on anti-doping in sports. These meetings were held on September 17-18, 2024, in New Delhi.

• The events included the 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 Bureau and the 3rd Formal Meeting of the Fund Approval Committee under the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport.
• As the Vice-Chairperson of the COP9 Bureau, India played a leading role in organizing these gatherings.
• The meetings brought together key decision-makers and dignitaries from various countries, including Azerbaijan, France, Italy, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and many others.
• The discussions focused on strengthening global cooperation in the fight against doping, promoting fair sports practices, and ensuring the integrity of sports worldwide.

Question:

1 Which countries were represented by dignitaries at these international anti-doping meetings in New Delhi?

• A) China, Japan, and Brazil
• B) Australia, Germany, and the USA
• C) Azerbaijan, France, and Russia
• D) Canada, South Korea, and Mexico

Answer: C) Dignitaries from Azerbaijan, France, Italy, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and many other countries participated in the meetings.