Question: On 12 December 2015 which of the following countries declared itself as ‘Islamic Republic’?
(a) Gambia
(b) Ethiopia
(c) Brundia
(d) Somalia
Ans (a)
Related facts:
- On 12 December 2015, Gambia’s President has declared the tiny West African country an Islamic republic.
- About 90 per cent of Gambia’s 1.8 million people are Muslim.
- Mr Yahya Jammeh has been president of the tiny West African country for 21 years.
- The capital of Gambia is Banjul.
- The country gained independence from Britain in 1965.
Related facts:
http://www.statehouse.gm/2015-dialogue-tour_0930112015/tour-updates-day19-brufut-mtg_10122015.htm