In News
Greenland
Denmark
Why in news
Key facts
- The world's largest island, an autonomous Danish territory in the Arctic.
- US interest in buying it, rare-earth deposits and Arctic shipping routes keep it in the news.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and the key facts listed above.
Mains
Mains: link it to the relevant GS paper theme (IR, environment, or governance).
Asked in UPSC
2025, 2014, 2010, 2007, 2006, 1997
Frequently asked questions
Why is Greenland important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and the key facts listed above. Mains: link it to the relevant GS paper theme (IR, environment, or governance).
Last updated: 2026-10-09