With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements: 1. The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Jeneiro in 2009. 2. South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 only
- C. Both 1 and 2
- D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: B
Explanation
First BRICS summit was held in 2009 in Russia, second statement is correct.