Maryam Fatima from Muzaffarpur has created history by becoming Bihar’s first woman to earn the title of Woman FIDE Master (WFM). This prestigious recognition, awarded by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), highlights her exceptional talent and dedication to chess. She secured this honor through outstanding performances in international tournaments held in Bulgaria, Spain, and Armenia.
What is FIDE?
FIDE stands for Fédération Internationale des Échecs, which is French for International Chess Federation.
It is the world governing body of chess, founded in 1924 in Paris.Its headquarters are currently in Lausanne, Switzerland.FIDE regulates international chess competitions, sets the official chess rating system (Elo ratings), and awards official titles like:
Grandmaster (GM)
International Master (IM)
FIDE Master (FM)
Woman Grandmaster (WGM)
Woman FIDE Master (WFM) (like Maryam Fatima achieved).
