In Newscountry
Saudi Arabia
West Asia
Why in news
May 2026
Riyadh joined the India-conceived International Big Cat Alliance as its 26th member.
Key facts
- Riyadh joined the India-conceived International Big Cat Alliance as its 26th member.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location, capital, neighbours, and the recent development that put it in the news.
Mains
Mains (GS-2): bilateral relations with India and regional geopolitics.
Asked in UPSC
2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2009, 2007, 2004, 2003, 2000, 1998, 1996
Frequently asked questions
Why is Saudi Arabia in the news?
May 2026: Riyadh joined the India-conceived International Big Cat Alliance as its 26th member.
Why is Saudi Arabia important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location, capital, neighbours, and the recent development that put it in the news. Mains (GS-2): bilateral relations with India and regional geopolitics.
Last updated: 2026-10-09