Current Context: The island nation Mauritius has declared ‘State of Environmental Emergency’.
- It is declared by the island nation because Japanese bulk carrier “MV Wakashio” ran aground on a Mauritius’s reef and has begun leaking of oil into the ocean.
- The ship stranded two weeks ago and is spoiling the surrounding waters leading to an environmental emergency.
- It is highly affecting marine life around the Indian Ocean Island.
- Static Part:
- Capital of Mauritius: Port Louis
- Currency of Mauritius: Mauritian rupee
- PM of Mauritius: Pravind Jugnauth
Question:
Q.1 Which island nation recently declared ‘State of Environmental Emergency’?
a. Mauritius
b. Madagascar
c. Sri Lanka
d. Maldives
a. Mauritius
b. Madagascar
c. Sri Lanka
d. Maldives
