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At the 48th WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026, India secured 10th position, winning 6 Silver Medals and 20 Medal for Excellence. The competition, held from 22–27 September 2026, brought together over 1,400 young competitors from around 70 countries and regions. India's largest-ever contingent of 70 competitors participated across 63 skills.
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At which rank did India finish at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026?
India ranked 10th at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026. This is a notable achievement for the country in the international skills competition.
Consider the following statements regarding Number of Countries Participating in WorldSkills Shanghai 2026: 1. Over 1,400 young competitors from around 70 countries and regions participated in the WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026. 2. India's largest-ever contingent of 70 competitors participated across 63 skills at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. 3. A total of 120 countries and regions participated in the WorldSkills Competition, Shanghai 2026. How many of the above statements are correct?
The fact list supports the first two statements, which mention 70 countries and regions and India's largest-ever contingent of 70 competitors. The third statement claims a higher number of participating countries and regions, which is not supported by the fact list.
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: Smriti Nambiar was the only Indian to win a Silver Medal at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Statement-II: Smriti Nambiar won a Silver Medal in Bakery at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 and was also recognised as Best of Nation for India. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
The fact list supports the second statement, which mentions Smriti Nambiar's achievement in Bakery and her recognition as Best of Nation for India. The first statement is incorrect because it claims Smriti Nambiar was the only Indian to win a Silver Medal, when in fact, there were six Silver Medal winners from India.