BRICS Games 2023 held in Durban, South Africa UPSC

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Context: The 2023 BRICS Games opening ceremony was held in Durban, South Africa.

BRICS Games 2023

The official opening ceremony took place at the Olive Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa.
Young athletes aged between 19 and 21 from BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) will compete in five sporting codes: swimming, badminton, table tennis, tennis, and beach volleyball.

About BRICS Games

BRICS Games, an event involving five BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) coming together to participate in various sports.
The first BRICS tournament was held in Guangzhou, China, in 2017.
The BRICS Games in 2021 were organized by India
The 2022 BRICS Games were organized by China but were held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 2023 BRICS Games organized by South Africa.
In 2024, Russia will host the BRICS Games in Kazan from June 20 to June 23.

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PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. What was the venue for the 2023 BRICS Games opening ceremony?

A) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

B) Durban, South Africa

C) Beijing, China

D) New Delhi, India

Answer: B

Explanation: The opening ceremony of the 2023 BRICS Games was held in Durban, South Africa, showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage and welcoming athletes and spectators from BRICS nations.

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