Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Oslo on 18 May 2026: 1. India and Norway elevated their bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the visit. 2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit during the visit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect: India and Norway elevated their bilateral ties to a Green Strategic Partnership, not a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, during PM Modi visit to Oslo on 18 May 2026. Statement 2 is correct: PM Modi was conferred the Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit, the highest civilian honour of Norway, recognising his contributions to India-Norway relations and global leadership.
