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News: Recently earned the title of International Master from FIDE.
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It is 2nd highest title in chess after Grandmaster (GM) title.
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He is a 12 year old boy from Karnataka.
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To achieve the title of International Master (IM),
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a player must consistently perform well against titled international players,
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secure three IM norms, and
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attain the necessary FIDE rating benchmark.
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Apaar Saxena had achieved all three IM norms and the required rating gains within 5 week time frame.
About FIDE
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Headquarter: Lausanne, Switzerland
- Establishment: 1924
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Objective: The International Chess Federation (FIDE) is the governing body of the sport of chess, and it regulates all international chess competitions.
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204 countries as affiliate members, in the form of National Chess Federations.
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It was recognized by the International Olympic Committee as a Global Sporting Organization in 1999.