2010 · Q3
Which one of the following statements about WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) code is not correct?
General KnowledgeSports
- AThe code is the core document that provides the framework for harmonized anti-doping policies, rules and regulations within sport organizations and among public authorities
- BThe code entered into force from January 1, 2004
- CUnder the code, the use of any prohibited substance by an athlete for medical reasons is not possible
- DUnder the code, a sanction could be applied in cases where there is evidence that an anti-doping rule violation has occurred, but where there is no positive doping-control test
Explanation
WADA allows Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE), so prohibited substances CAN be used by athletes for genuine medical reasons; the statement denying this is not correct.