With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements:
- The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009.
- South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: The First BRIC Summit was held in Yekaterinburg, Russia in June 2009, not in Rio de Janeiro. Brazil hosted the Third BRICS Summit in 2011 after South Africa joined.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: South Africa joined the group in December 2010 (formally participated in 2011 Summit), becoming the fifth and last member, transforming BRIC into BRICS. The original members were Brazil, Russia, India, and China.
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