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UPSC 2003: Tim Montgomery set a new world record at the IAAF Grand Prix final in the year 2002 in
(a)Long Jump
(b)110 m Hurdle Race
(c)100 m Dash
(d)High Jump
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (c) 100 m Dash
At the IAAF Grand Prix Final in Paris on 14 September 2002, U.S. sprinter Tim Montgomery clocked 9.78 s in the 100 m dash, setting a new world record (later annulled for doping). Therefore the event was the 100 m dash. ([civilserviceindia.com](https://www.civilserviceindia.com/upsc_questions/GeneralStudies-2003%28pre%29solved.htm))
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The correct answer is option (c): 100 m Dash. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2003, GS Paper 1, as Question 6. It falls under Current Affairs > Other Sports & Personalities.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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