Which Indian leader made history in August 2024 by becoming the first Head of State to visit Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste?
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Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Droupadi Murmu.
Explanation:
☛ In August 2024, President Droupadi Murmu undertook a landmark six-day state visit to Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste.
☛ With this visit, she became the first-ever Indian Head of State to visit Fiji and Timor-Leste.
☛ During her visit to Fiji, President Murmu was conferred with Fiji's highest civilian award, the Companion of the Order of Fiji.
☛ In Timor-Leste, President José Ramos-Horta conferred upon her the country's highest civilian honor, the Grand-Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Capital & Currency: The capital of Fiji is Suva (Fijian Dollar), and the capital of Timor-Leste is Dili (US Dollar).
☛ Droupadi Murmu: She is the 15th President of India and the first person belonging to a tribal community (Santhal) to hold the highest constitutional office.
☛ Fiji Ties: India and Fiji share historic cultural ties dating back to 1879 when Indian indentured laborers (Girmitiyas) were brought to work in sugarcane plantations.
☛ Act East Policy: This diplomatic visit was aligned with India's 'Act East Policy' and the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) initiative.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ Who was the first Indian President to visit Timor-Leste? → Droupadi Murmu
☛ What is the highest civilian honour of Fiji conferred upon President Murmu in 2024? → Companion of the Order of Fiji
☛ Which tribal community does President Droupadi Murmu belong to? → Santhal
☛ What is the capital city of Timor-Leste? → Dili
☛ In which year was the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) launched? → 2014