15th G20 summit

Question 2. Prime Minister has virtually participated in the __ G20 Summit.
(A) 16th
(B) 15th
(C) 20th
(D) None of these
Answer – b

  • Explanation –
  • Why in news – Prime Minister has virtually participated in the 15th G20 Summit.
  • About 15th G20 summit : – Converted by – Saudi Arabia in the virtual format.
  • Theme – “Realising the opportunity of 21th Country for all.
  • The focus of the G20 summit Was on an inclusive, resilient and sustainable recovery from the COVID-19.
  • Key takeaways:-
  • Indian PM called for a New Global Index for the post Corona world that comprises four key elements-
  • Creation of a Vast talent pool
  • Ensuring that Technology reaches all segments of the society.
  • Transparency in the system of Government.
  • Dealing with the Mother Earth with the spirit of trusteeship.
  • The G20 leaders have also announced that India will be hosting the G20 summit in 2023.
  • About G20 or Group of twenty:-
  • Founded in :- 1991
  • Members country:- Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, and the European Union.

By: Arpit Mishra

Links:-

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1674827

https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/15th-g20-leaders-summit/#:~:text=Prime%20Minister%2C%20Shri%20Narendra%20Modi,21%2D22%20November%2C%202020.