PM Modi receives the King and Queen of Bhutan in New Delhi
On 5 December 2024, in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan.
Summary
On 5 December 2024, in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan. He recalled the hospitality during his State visit to Bhutan in March 2024. The leaders reviewed economic connectivity and exchanged ideas on the Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative, and the PM hosted a lunch in their honour.
Key facts
- Date / place
- 5 Dec 2024, New Delhi
- King
- Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
- Queen
- Jetsun Pema Wangchuck
- Discussed
- Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative
- PM's State visit to Bhutan
- March 2024
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which King of Bhutan did Prime Minister Narendra Modi receive in New Delhi on 5 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
PIB (5 Dec 2024): Prime Minister Narendra Modi received His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and Her Majesty the Queen, Jetsun Pema Wangchuck, in New Delhi.
During the meeting of 5 December 2024, PM Modi and the King of Bhutan exchanged ideas on which initiative spearheaded by the King?
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Correct answer: D — Gelephu Mindfulness City
PIB (5 Dec 2024): the leaders exchanged ideas on the Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative, a project spearheaded by His Majesty to catalyse Bhutan's development and strengthen linkages with adjoining border areas in India.