Seychelles Confers Guardian of the Blue Horizon Honour on PM Narendra Modi
Presented by President Patrick Herminie, this honour coincided with the 50th National Day celebrations of Seychelles and 50 years of bilateral relations.
Modi made history by becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Seychelles National Assembly, highlighting cultural markers like Creole music and the Moutya dance.
To strengthen maritime defence, India officially gifted the indigenous Fast Patrol Vessel PS LESPWAR to the Seychelles Coast Guard.
This visit highlights India's strategic vision of SAGAR, emphasizing mutual maritime security and strong partnerships in the Indian Ocean Region.
Key Facts / Static GK
Currency of Seychelles: Seychellois Rupee
Practice Quiz — 29 June 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding PM Narendra Modi's Seychelles visit in June 2026: (1) He received the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' award. (2) He is the first Indian PM to address the Seychelles National Assembly. (3) India gifted the Fast Patrol Vessel PS LESPWAR. Which of these statements are correct?
Q2. The GI-tagged Sundarja mango, which was exported commercially to the UAE for the first time, is native to which Indian state?
Q3. Which agency has developed the lightweight Hospital Management Information System software 'e-Sushrut@Clinic'?
Q4. Match the Navy ship with its June 2026 location: (1) INS Ikshak - Port Victoria, Seychelles; (2) INS Sudarshini - Baltimore, USA; (3) INS Udaygiri - Sattahip, Thailand. Which of the following shows the correct matches?
Q5. At which international tournament did 14-year-old Ethan Vaz secure his final Chess Grandmaster norm to become India's 96th GM?
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