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Current Affairs UPPSC 2024 GS-I
Question

With reference to the "Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park" which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Its inauguration programme was held on 8th March, 2024 at Kohima.
2. It will be developed by South Korea.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Only 1

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Only 1”.

The Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park was indeed inaugurated on March 8, 2024. The memorial and eco-park were developed with contributions from Japan, not South Korea.

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