In 2003, _________ became the first Indian to win a medal at the IAAF World Championships in Athletics.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Anju Bobby George.

Explanation:

• Anju Bobby George made history in 2003 by becoming the first Indian athlete to win a medal at the IAAF World Championships in Athletics.
• She won the bronze medal in the long jump event with a jump of 6.70 meters in Paris, France.
• This achievement marked a significant milestone for Indian athletics on the global stage.

Why the other options are incorrect:

•  Hima Das: She won the gold medal in the 400m event at the World U20 Championships in 2018 but not at the IAAF World Championships.
•  PT Usha: Known as the "Queen of Indian Track and Field," PT Usha narrowly missed a medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics and did not win a medal at the World Championships.
• PV Sindhu: She is a badminton player and not associated with athletics.