Seychelles Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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The Work Plan signed along with the ICAR-Seychelles agriculture MoU during the Prime Minister's visit to Seychelles covers which period?
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Correct answer: B — 2026-2031
Both sides signed a five-year Work Plan (2026-2031) to operationalise the MoU.
Which Indian naval ship, which visited Port Victoria in June 2026, hosted over 300 visitors to showcase its hydrographic survey capabilities?
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Correct answer: D — INS Ikshak
INS Ikshak hosted over 300 visitors, showcasing its hydrographic survey capabilities; INS Tarkash's contingent marched in the National Day Parade.
At whose invitation did Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend the 50th Independence anniversary celebrations of Seychelles on 29 June 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Patrick Herminie
Prime Minister Modi attended as Guest of Honour at the invitation of the President of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie.
Consider the following statements about PM Modi's participation in Seychelles' Independence Day celebrations (June 2026): 1. Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister to attend Independence Day celebrations in Seychelles. 2. The celebrations coincided with 50 years of diplomatic ties between India and Seychelles. 3. Indian Naval Ships Tarkash and Ikshak docked at Port Victoria. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
All three statements are correct as per the Prime Minister's Office release of 29 June 2026.
During PM Modi's State Visit to Seychelles (27-29 June 2026), official talks with President Patrick Herminie were held at State House in which city?
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Correct answer: A — Victoria
The talks were held at State House in Victoria, Mahe, on 28 June 2026.
What is the amount of the Line of Credit agreed between India and Seychelles during PM Modi's State Visit in June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Rs 1,250 crore
The Umbrella Line of Credit agreement between the Government of Seychelles and Exim Bank of India stands at Rs 1,250 crore, for projects under India's Special Economic Package.
Seychelles announced in June 2026 that it is joining the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). Where is the CDRI Secretariat headquartered?
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Correct answer: D — New Delhi
CDRI, launched on India's initiative, is headquartered in New Delhi, and its Secretariat holds the status of an International Organization.
The MoU signed in June 2026 to deploy UPI digital payment infrastructure in Seychelles is between NPCI International Payments Ltd. and:
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Correct answer: B — Central Bank of Seychelles
The MoU between NPCI International Payments Ltd. and the Central Bank of Seychelles will facilitate deployment of UPI in Seychelles.
Consider the following statements about the outcomes of PM Modi's State Visit to Seychelles (June 2026): 1. India and Seychelles signed an Extradition Treaty. 2. The refit of PS Zoroaster for the Seychelles Coast Guard was completed. 3. The Line of Credit agreement was signed between the Government of Seychelles and NABARD. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Umbrella Line of Credit agreement was signed with the Export-Import Bank of India, not NABARD.
On 28 June 2026, Narendra Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to address which body?
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Correct answer: B — National Assembly of Seychelles
Modi addressed an Extraordinary Sitting of the National Assembly of Seychelles, the first Indian Prime Minister to do so.
In his address to the National Assembly of Seychelles, Modi recalled that his first visit to Seychelles as Prime Minister, also his first visit to Africa as PM, was in:
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Correct answer: D — 2015
Modi said Seychelles in 2015 was the first country in the Indian Ocean region he visited as Prime Minister and also his first visit to Africa as Prime Minister.
Modi congratulated the Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles on becoming the first woman Speaker. Which National Assembly of Seychelles is currently in session?
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Correct answer: A — Eighth
Modi congratulated the newly elected members of the Eighth National Assembly and the Speaker on becoming its first woman Speaker.
Who conferred the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' distinction on PM Narendra Modi on 28 June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — President of Seychelles
The Presidential Distinction was conferred by the President of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie.
What is the name of the Seychelles Presidential Distinction conferred on PM Modi in June 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Guardian of the Blue Horizon
Modi was conferred the Presidential Distinction 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' by Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.
Consider the following statements about the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' distinction (June 2026): 1. This was the first time the honour was bestowed. 2. The honour recognises commitment to the Blue Economy and the aspirations of Small Island Developing States. 3. Earlier honours cited in the release include the UN Champion of the Earth Award. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
All three statements are correct as per the Prime Minister's Office release of 28 June 2026.
PM Modi met which leader in Victoria, Mahe, on 28 June 2026 on the sidelines of Seychelles' Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations, their fourth meeting since November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam
Modi met Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam; it was their fourth meeting since Ramgoolam took office in November 2024.
Indian Navy stealth frigate INS Tarkash arrived at which port on 12 June 2026 during its South West Indian Ocean deployment?
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Correct answer: B — Port Victoria, Seychelles
INS Tarkash arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 12 June 2026.
Under the February 2026 MoU between NCGG and Seychelles' Public Service Bureau, how many Seychellois civil servants are to be trained over three years?
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Correct answer: A — 250
The three-year agreement sets out a roadmap to train 250 Seychellois civil servants.
How many senior Seychelles officials are in the first NCGG capacity-building cohort that began on 11 May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 29
The first cohort brings together 29 high-ranking officials, including directors general and senior officers.
During the India–Seychelles defence talks in New Delhi on 10 February 2026, both sides welcomed which upcoming joint military exercise?
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Correct answer: B — LAMITYE-2026
Both sides welcomed the upcoming joint military exercise LAMITYE-2026 between the Indian Defence Forces and the Seychelles Defence Forces.
What is the size of the Special Economic Package India announced for Seychelles on 9 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — USD 175 million
India announced a Special Economic Package of USD 175 million for Seychelles.
The India–Seychelles Joint Vision announced on 9 February 2026 is abbreviated as:
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Correct answer: D — SESEL
It is the Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL).
President Herminie's State Visit to India in February 2026 coincided with which anniversary of India–Seychelles diplomatic relations?
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Correct answer: C — 50th
The visit coincided with the 50th year of Seychelles' independence and of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Consider the following about the Special Economic Package India announced for Seychelles in February 2026: 1. It includes a USD 125 million Rupee-denominated Line of Credit. 2. It includes USD 50 million in grant assistance. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the USD 175 million package combines a USD 125 million Rupee-denominated Line of Credit and USD 50 million in grants.
Consider the following outcomes of the India–Seychelles talks of 9 February 2026: 1. Seychelles agreed to join the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). 2. India agreed to set up an Indian naval base on Seychelles' Assumption Island. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Seychelles agreed to join CDRI and to set up a Seychelles Hydrographic Unit with Indian help; no naval base was announced.
INS Savitri undertook a port call in November 2025 for joint EEZ surveillance with the coast guard of which country?
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Correct answer: A — Seychelles
INS Savitri arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, and will undertake joint EEZ surveillance with the Seychelles Coast Guard.
INS Savitri, which visited Port Victoria in November 2025, is what type of vessel?
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Correct answer: B — Offshore Patrol Vessel
INS Savitri is an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of the Indian Navy.
In October 2025, PM Modi congratulated Dr Patrick Herminie on winning the presidential election of which country?
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Correct answer: B — Seychelles
PIB: the Prime Minister congratulated Dr Patrick Herminie on his victory in the Presidential Elections in Seychelles.