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Current Affairs UPPSC 2019 GS-I
Question

In October, 2019 India announced to establish a High Commission in which African country?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Sierra Leone

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Sierra Leone”.
India announced to establish a High Commission in Sierra Leone in October 2019.

Sierra Leone is a West African country with a population of around 7 million people. India has maintained friendly relations with Sierra Leone and has provided development assistance to the country in areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

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