South Sudan
East-Central Africa; capital Juba
Why in news
Aug 2026
India condemned an attack on UN peacekeepers (UNMISS) in Jonglei State, drawing attention to the country's continuing instability since the 2013 civil conflict.
Key facts
- India condemned an attack on UN peacekeepers (UNMISS) in Jonglei State.
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
2023, 2022, 2018, 2002
Frequently asked questions
Why is South Sudan in the news?
Aug 2026: India condemned an attack on UN peacekeepers (UNMISS) in Jonglei State, drawing attention to the country's continuing instability since the 2013 civil conflict.
Why is South Sudan 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