GK Quiz on BRICS Summit 2026: Test Your Knowledge

BRICS is a big group of countries that work together on trade, money and world problems. In 2026, India is hosting BRICS summit in New Delhi. This is a great topic for students who are preparing for exams or who just want to know more about world events. In this article, we have made 10 easy GK questions about the BRICS Summit 2026. Try to answer them yourself first then check the answer and read the short explanation to learn more. This quiz will help you remember important facts like the host country, the date, the theme and the member nations.

GK Quiz on BRICS Summit 2026

Q1. Which country is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in 2026?

A. Brazil 

B. Russia 

C. India 

D. China

Answer: C. India

Explanation: India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in 2026. The summit will be held in New Delhi. India took over the BRICS chairship on January 1, 2026.

Q2. Where in New Delhi is the BRICS Summit 2026 being held?

A. Red Fort 

B. Bharat Mandapam 

C. India Gate 

D. Rashtrapati Bhavan

Answer: B. Bharat Mandapam

Explanation: The summit is taking place at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. This venue has hosted many big international events before, including the G20 Summit.

Q3. On which dates is the 18th BRICS Summit being held?

A. September 5 to 6, 2026 

B. September 12 to 13, 2026 

C. October 1 to 2, 2026 

D. August 15 to 16, 2026

Answer: B. September 12 to 13, 2026

Explanation: The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13, 2026. Leaders from member and partner countries will attend this two day meeting in New Delhi.

Q4. What is the theme of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026?

A. Unity in Diversity 

B. Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability 

C. Growth for All 

D. One Earth, One Family

Answer: B. Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability

Explanation: India chose this theme to show its focus on working together with other nations. It also carries the broader message of "Humanity First" during India's chairship.

Q5. When did India take over the BRICS chairship for 2026?

A. January 1, 2026 

B. March 29, 2026 

C. July 6, 2026 

D. September 12, 2026

Answer: A. January 1, 2026

Explanation: India officially became the BRICS chair on January 1, 2026. As chair, India is responsible for organising the summit and other related meetings through the year.

Q6. How many times has India hosted the BRICS Summit before 2026?

A. One time 

B. Two times 

C. Three times 

D. Four times

Answer: C. Three times

Explanation: Before 2026, India had already hosted the BRICS summit three times, in the years 2012, 2016 and 2021. The 2026 summit will be its fourth time hosting.

Q7. Where and when was the very first BRIC Summit held?

A. New Delhi, India in 2012 

B. Yekaterinburg, Russia in 2009 

C. Beijing, China in 2010 

D. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2025

Answer: B. Yekaterinburg, Russia in 2009

Explanation: The first BRIC summit took place in Yekaterinburg, Russia, on June 16, 2009. At that time the group was called BRIC, before South Africa joined later.

Q8. Which country hosted the 17th BRICS Summit in 2025?

A. China 

B. South Africa 

C. Brazil 

D. Russia

Answer: C. Brazil

Explanation: Brazil hosted the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro in July 2025. After Brazil, the chairship passed on to India for the year 2026.

Q9. Which country is expected to host the BRICS Summit in 2027?

A. Egypt 

B. China 

C. Indonesia 

D. Iran

Answer: B. China

Explanation: The BRICS chairship moves from one member country to another every year. After India's turn in 2026, China is expected to take over and host the summit in 2027.

Q10. Which of these countries joined BRICS as a full member in 2025?

A. Indonesia 

B. Vietnam 

C. Nigeria 

D. Malaysia

Answer: A. Indonesia

Explanation: Indonesia joined BRICS as a full member in 2025. This made the group larger, and many other nations joined later as partner countries in the expansion process.