Envoys of Six Nations Present Credentials to the President of India
Envoys of Six Nations Present Credentials to the President of India
Summary: Newly appointed envoys of six nations presented their letters of credence to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 24 August 2026, formally beginning their diplomatic tenure in India.
What Happened?
The credential ceremony is a constitutional and diplomatic formality by which foreign ambassadors/high commissioners are officially recognised as representatives of their countries in India.
TNPSC Relevance
- Polity/International Relations: role of the President in receiving foreign envoys under Article 53.
Key Facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Presentation of credentials by envoys of six nations |
| Received by | President Droupadi Murmu |
| Venue | Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi |
| Date | 24 August 2026 |
MCQs
Q1. Who received the credentials of the six envoys on 24 August 2026?
- (A) Prime Minister Modi
- (B) President Droupadi Murmu
- (C) Vice President Radhakrishnan
- (D) External Affairs Minister
Answer: (B)
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu received the credentials at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Q2. The presentation of credentials formally establishes what?
- (A) A trade agreement
- (B) A diplomat's official recognition to serve in India
- (C) A defence pact
- (D) A visa-free travel arrangement
Answer: (B)
Explanation: It formally recognises the envoy as their country's representative in India.
Q3. Where was the ceremony held?
- (A) Hyderabad House
- (B) Rashtrapati Bhavan
- (C) Parliament House
- (D) Vigyan Bhawan
Answer: (B)
Explanation: The credential ceremony was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.
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