India participated in the 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting held on 21 May 2025 under the Chairmanship of which country?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Brazil
Explanation:
· BRICS follows an alphabetical rotational Chairmanship system → hence Brazil heads BRICS in 2025.
· The 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting (21 May 2025) was conducted under Brazil’s leadership.
· Key discussions focused on industrial cooperation, digital transformation, sustainable manufacturing, and global supply chains.
· India highlighted the significance of Industry 4.0, MSME strengthening, and technology partnerships.
· The meeting emphasized stronger South–South cooperation in innovation and industrial development.
Information Booster:
· Original BRICS members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa.
· India last chaired BRICS in 2021.
· Brazil’s theme for 2025 focuses on:
· Competitive industrial growth
· Digital economy
· Innovation-driven development
· BRICS was founded in 2006, officially expanded in later years.
Additional Knowledge:
(a) Russia – Chaired BRICS in 2020. (b) South Africa – Chaired in 2023. (d) UAE – Newer BRICS entrant, not a Chair in 2025.