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GERMANY

27th June, 2022 EXTRA TOPIC OF THE DAY

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In News

  • The Prime Minister interacted with the Indian community in Munich, Germany.
  • Thousands of Indians living in Germany participated in the event.
  • PM highlighted India’s growth story and also mentioned various initiatives undertaken by the Indian government to achieve the development goals.
  • PM appreciated the Indian diaspora for acting as brand ambassadors for India’s success.

 

Germany

  • Germany is formally known as the Federal Republic of Germany.
  • It is located in Central Europe.
  • It is the 2nd most populous country in Europe after Russia.
  • It is the most populous country in the European Union.
  • Germany is located between the Baltic and North Sea in the north.
  • Germany shares borders with;
    • The Alps in the South.
    • Denmark in the north.
    • Poland and the Czech Republic in the east.
    • Austria and Switzerland in the south.
    • France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands in the west.
  • It is the 7th largest country in Europe.
  • Most people follow Christianity.
  • The official language is German.
  • The capital is Berlin; it is also the largest city.
  • Germany has the largest economy in Europe.
  • It is the world's 4th-largest economy by nominal GDP and the 5th-largest by Purchasing power parities (PPPs).
  • It is both the world's third-largest exporter and importer of goods.
  • It is categorised as a developed country, it ranks very high on the Human Development Index.
  • Areas of Rhine, Danube and Elbe are rich in natural resources including iron ore, coal, potash, timber, lignite, uranium, copper, natural gas, salt, nickel, etc.

 

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