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1. Which country won historic gold medals at the Chess Olympiad 2024?
India made history by winning gold medals in both the men's and women's categories at the 2024 Chess Olympiad, a feat achieved after nearly a century. Led by talented players like D Gukesh, Erigaisi, and Praggnanandhaa R, the Indian men's team secured an impressive 21 points out of 22, while the women's team triumphed over Azerbaijan to claim the top spot. This remarkable achievement was praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting India's growing influence in the global chess arena.