To whom did Prime Minister Narendra Modi gift the Russian translation of Thirukkural during the 2026 BRICS Summit?

Options

  • A. Xi Jinping
  • B. Vladimir Putin
  • C. Cyril Ramaphosa
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Vladimir Putin

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Vladimir Putin
  • Indian Prime Minister: Narendra Modi.
  • Recipient: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia.
  • Gift: Russian translation of Thirukkural.
  • Meeting Date: 11 September 2026.
  • Location: New Delhi, India.
  • Event: Bilateral meeting ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.
  • Summit Venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
  • Translator: Naira Mkrtchyan.
  • Publisher: Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT).
  • Purpose: Promote Indian literature and strengthen India-Russia cultural relations.