Q. Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS :
I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan.
II. Indonesia has become a full member of BRICS.
III. The theme of the 16th BRICS Summit was Strengthening Multiculturalism for Just Global Development and Security.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) I and II
(b) II and III
(c) I and III
(d) I only
Correct Answer: (a) I and II
UPSC Prelims 2025 GS Paper's Solution
Explanation :
Statement I: 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan.
The 16th BRICS Summit was indeed held in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24, 2024, under Russia’s chairship. This statement is correct.
Statement II: Indonesia has become a full member of BRICS.
Indonesia officially joined BRICS as a full member on January 6, 2025, becoming the 10th member of the bloc. This statement is correct.
Statement III: The theme of the 16th BRICS Summit was Strengthening Multiculturalism for Just Global Development and Security.
The theme of the 16th BRICS Summit was “Strengthening Multilateralism for Fair Global Development and Security.” The statement says “Strengthening Multiculturalism,” which is incorrect.
Based on the analysis, statements I and II are correct.
