what is paralympics

The Paralympics is a major international sports competition for athletes with disabilities, held shortly after the Olympic Games in the same host city. It features athletes with a range of physical, intellectual, and sensory impairments competing in various sports. The Paralympics originated as a sports competition for British World War II veterans with spinal cord injuries in 1948 and has since grown into one of the largest international sporting events. The games are organized in parallel with the Olympics and include both Summer and Winter editions, held every four years. Classification systems ensure athletes compete fairly based on their type and extent of impairment. The Paralympics showcase the courage, skill, and determination of athletes overcoming physical challenges to compete at an elite level.