Why in News?
India won 9 medals at the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) 2026 held in Italy.
Key Details
- Medal tally: 4 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze.
- A total of 39 countries participated in the 19th edition.
- Indian students underwent a three-week training camp before the competition.
- The programme is supported under outreach and awareness initiatives of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
Exam Connect
- IESO 2026 → India: 9 medals (4 gold, 3 silver, 2 bronze)
- Related 2026 Olympiad performance in source → IPhO: 5 gold; IChO: 4 gold; IMO: 2 gold + 4 silver