Context
Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi met a parliamentary delegation from Liberia in New Delhi
About Liberia
- Location: West Africa, along the Atlantic Ocean.
- Capital: Monrovia.
- Borders: Sierra Leone to the northwest, Guinea to the north and Côte d’Ivoire to the east.
- Historical significance: Liberia became independent in 1847 and is Africa’s oldest republic. It was established as a settlement for freed African Americans and was not formally colonised by a European power.
- Climate: Tropical, characterised by high temperatures and substantial rainfall.
- Highest point: Mount Wuteve in northwestern Liberia.
- Major rivers: Mano River and Cavalla River, which form parts of Liberia’s international boundaries.
- Mineral resources: Iron ore, gold, diamonds and manganese.
FAQs
- Where is Liberia located?
Liberia is situated on the western coast of Africa. It borders Sierra Leone, Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire and has an Atlantic coastline.
- What is the capital of Liberia?
Monrovia is the capital of Liberia.
- Why is Liberia historically significant?
Liberia became independent in 1847 and is regarded as Africa’s oldest republic. It was not formally colonised by a European power.
- What is the highest point of Liberia?
Mount Wuteve is Liberia’s highest point and is located in the country’s northwestern highlands.
- Which rivers form parts of Liberia’s international boundaries?
The Mano River forms part of Liberia’s boundary with Sierra Leone, while the Cavalla River forms part of its boundary with Côte d’Ivoire.
- What was the focus of the recent India–Liberia engagement?
It focused on women-led development, political representation, gender-responsive governance and women’s leadership in local governance.
- What is the IBSA Fund?
The IBSA Fund for the Alleviation of Poverty and Hunger is a development-cooperation mechanism of India, Brazil and South Africa, administered by the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation.
