{"id":56251,"date":"2026-08-25T20:30:36","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=56251"},"modified":"2026-08-25T20:30:39","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:00:39","slug":"miss-universe-india-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Miss Universe India 2026: Kaziah Liz Mejo Crowned National Winner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Miss_Universe_India_2026_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_was_crowned_the_national_winner_and_will_represent_India_at_the_75th_Miss_Universe_pageant_Know_key_facts_and_exam_updates\" >Miss Universe India 2026: Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned the national winner and will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant. Know key facts and exam updates.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_Wins_the_National_Title\" >Kaziah Liz Mejo Wins the National Title<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Competition_Held_in_Jaipur\" >Competition Held in Jaipur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Journey_from_Kerala_to_the_National_Crown\" >Journey from Kerala to the National Crown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Indias_Representative_at_Miss_Universe_2026\" >India\u2019s Representative at Miss Universe 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Significance_of_the_Achievement\" >Significance of the Achievement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Important_Current_Affairs_Fact\" >Important Current Affairs Fact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Useful_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Useful for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Representation_on_the_Global_Stage\" >Representation on the Global Stage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Historical_Context_Indias_Journey_at_the_Miss_Universe_Pageant\" >Historical Context: India\u2019s Journey at the Miss Universe Pageant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Indias_First_Miss_Universe_Victory\" >India\u2019s First Miss Universe Victory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Indias_Second_Miss_Universe_Crown\" >India\u2019s Second Miss Universe Crown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Indias_Third_Miss_Universe_Winner\" >India\u2019s Third Miss Universe Winner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#The_Miss_Universe_India_Selection_Process\" >The Miss Universe India Selection Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Miss_Universe_India_2026\" >Key Takeaways from Miss Universe India 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#1_Who_was_crowned_Miss_Universe_India_2026\" >1. Who was crowned Miss Universe India 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#2_Which_state_is_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_associated_with\" >2. Which state is Kaziah Liz Mejo associated with?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#3_Where_was_the_Miss_Universe_India_2026_grand_finale_held\" >3. Where was the Miss Universe India 2026 grand finale held?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#4_Who_was_the_previous_Miss_Universe_India_titleholder\" >4. Who was the previous Miss Universe India titleholder?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#5_Which_international_competition_will_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_participate_in\" >5. Which international competition will Kaziah Liz Mejo participate in?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#6_Where_will_the_75th_Miss_Universe_pageant_be_held\" >6. Where will the 75th Miss Universe pageant be held?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#7_How_old_was_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_when_she_won_Miss_Universe_India_2026\" >7. How old was Kaziah Liz Mejo when she won Miss Universe India 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#8_What_is_Kaziah_Liz_Mejos_educational_background\" >8. What is Kaziah Liz Mejo\u2019s educational background?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#9_Who_was_the_first_Indian_woman_to_win_Miss_Universe\" >9. Who was the first Indian woman to win Miss Universe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#10_How_many_Indian_women_have_won_the_Miss_Universe_title_before_2026\" >10. How many Indian women have won the Miss Universe title before 2026?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/miss-universe-india-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Miss_Universe_India_2026_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_was_crowned_the_national_winner_and_will_represent_India_at_the_75th_Miss_Universe_pageant_Know_key_facts_and_exam_updates\"><\/span><strong>Miss Universe India 2026:<\/strong> Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned the national winner and will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant. Know key facts and exam updates.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_Wins_the_National_Title\"><\/span>Kaziah Liz Mejo Wins the National Title<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo has been crowned <strong>Miss Universe India 2026<\/strong>, marking a major achievement in India\u2019s beauty pageant landscape. The 19-year-old contestant from Kerala emerged victorious at the grand finale held in Jaipur, earning the opportunity to represent India at the international Miss Universe competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event attracted contestants from different parts of the country, making the competition highly competitive. Kaziah Liz Mejo secured the national crown after standing out through her confidence, communication skills and stage presence. Her victory has brought national attention to Kerala and has added a new name to the list of young Indians achieving success on international-oriented platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Competition_Held_in_Jaipur\"><\/span>Competition Held in Jaipur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The grand finale of Miss Universe India 2026 was held at <strong>Zee Studios in Jaipur, Rajasthan<\/strong>. Kaziah Liz Mejo competed against 52 other national finalists before being declared the winner of the prestigious title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She succeeded <strong>Manika Vishwakarma, Miss Universe India 2025<\/strong>, who crowned her successor. The event highlighted the continuing importance of national-level beauty pageants in selecting representatives for international competitions and showcasing young Indian talent on a global platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Journey_from_Kerala_to_the_National_Crown\"><\/span>Journey from Kerala to the National Crown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo is a law student and has also developed experience in the fields of modelling and beauty pageants. According to reports, she is originally from Kerala and spent part of her formative years in the UAE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before winning the national title, she had already achieved recognition in the pageant world. She won the <strong>Miss Teen Diva 2024<\/strong> title and represented India at the <strong>Miss Teen International 2025<\/strong>, where she finished as the first runner-up. Earlier in 2026, she also won the <strong>Miss Universe Kerala 2026<\/strong> title, which helped pave the way for her national-level success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Representative_at_Miss_Universe_2026\"><\/span>India\u2019s Representative at Miss Universe 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the Miss Universe India 2026 crown, Kaziah Liz Mejo will now represent India at the <strong>75th Miss Universe pageant<\/strong>, scheduled to be held in <strong>Puerto Rico in November 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her participation will be important for India, which has a strong history at the Miss Universe competition. India has previously produced three Miss Universe winners\u2014<strong>Sushmita Sen in 1994, Lara Dutta in 2000 and Harnaaz Sandhu in 2021<\/strong>. Kaziah will now carry forward India\u2019s journey on the global beauty pageant stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Achievement\"><\/span>Significance of the Achievement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo\u2019s success is significant not only as an individual achievement but also as an example of the growing diversity of opportunities available to young Indians. Her journey from being a student to becoming India\u2019s representative at a major international competition demonstrates the importance of communication skills, confidence, discipline and preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For competitive exam aspirants, the news is relevant because important national and international awards, titles, personalities, events and locations frequently appear in General Knowledge and Current Affairs sections. Candidates preparing for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence and other government examinations should remember the winner, venue, previous titleholder and upcoming international event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Miss-Universe-India-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRbdhEjfsz0JJnPVOJ45aQ9tvuPJwWaZ6FTBpbfW0sa5g&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Miss Universe India 2026\" title=\"Miss Universe India 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Miss Universe India 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Current_Affairs_Fact\"><\/span>Important Current Affairs Fact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowning of Kaziah Liz Mejo as <strong>Miss Universe India 2026<\/strong> is an important current affairs development. Beauty pageants and international cultural competitions are frequently included in the General Awareness sections of various competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions may be asked about the winner, the title won, the state associated with the winner, the venue of the national event and the international competition in which the winner will participate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Useful_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Useful for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news can be useful for candidates preparing for <strong>UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and Defence examinations<\/strong>. Possible factual questions may include: Who won Miss Universe India 2026? Which state is Kaziah Liz Mejo associated with? Where was the national finale held? Who was the previous titleholder? Where will the 75th Miss Universe competition be organised?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news also helps candidates connect current events with India\u2019s achievements in international beauty pageants. Students should remember India\u2019s previous Miss Universe winners and the years in which they won.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Representation_on_the_Global_Stage\"><\/span>Representation on the Global Stage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo\u2019s selection is also important because she will officially represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico. Such events are associated with international cultural representation and frequently become relevant for one-liner current affairs questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, this news should be revised along with the facts related to India\u2019s previous Miss Universe winners and the venue of the upcoming global competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Indias_Journey_at_the_Miss_Universe_Pageant\"><\/span>Historical Context: India\u2019s Journey at the Miss Universe Pageant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_First_Miss_Universe_Victory\"><\/span>India\u2019s First Miss Universe Victory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India created history in <strong>1994<\/strong> when <strong>Sushmita Sen<\/strong> became the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title. Her victory gave India major recognition in international beauty pageants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Second_Miss_Universe_Crown\"><\/span>India\u2019s Second Miss Universe Crown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lara Dutta<\/strong> became the second Indian to win the Miss Universe crown in <strong>2000<\/strong>. Her success further strengthened India\u2019s position in international beauty competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Third_Miss_Universe_Winner\"><\/span>India\u2019s Third Miss Universe Winner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a gap of more than two decades, <strong>Harnaaz Sandhu<\/strong> won the Miss Universe title in <strong>2021<\/strong>, becoming the third Indian to achieve the honour. Her victory renewed public interest in India\u2019s participation in global pageants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Miss_Universe_India_Selection_Process\"><\/span>The Miss Universe India Selection Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The national Miss Universe India competition selects India\u2019s official representative for the international Miss Universe pageant. Recent editions have continued to provide a platform for contestants from different states and backgrounds to compete at the national level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo\u2019s victory in 2026 adds another important chapter to India\u2019s continuing journey in the global pageant world. She will now aim to bring the fourth Miss Universe crown to India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Miss_Universe_India_2026\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Miss Universe India 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Kaziah Liz Mejo<\/strong> was crowned <strong>Miss Universe India 2026<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>She is a <strong>19-year-old law student<\/strong> associated with <strong>Kerala<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The grand finale was held at <strong>Zee Studios, Jaipur, Rajasthan<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Kaziah Liz Mejo succeeded <strong>Manika Vishwakarma<\/strong>, the Miss Universe India 2025 titleholder.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>She will represent India at the <strong>75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico in November 2026<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Miss Universe India 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_was_crowned_Miss_Universe_India_2026\"><\/span>1. Who was crowned Miss Universe India 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned Miss Universe India 2026. She will represent India at the international Miss Universe competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_state_is_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_associated_with\"><\/span>2. Which state is Kaziah Liz Mejo associated with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo is associated with Kerala, making her achievement an important current affairs point for state and national competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Where_was_the_Miss_Universe_India_2026_grand_finale_held\"><\/span>3. Where was the Miss Universe India 2026 grand finale held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The grand finale of Miss Universe India 2026 was held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, at Zee Studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_was_the_previous_Miss_Universe_India_titleholder\"><\/span>4. Who was the previous Miss Universe India titleholder?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo succeeded Manika Vishwakarma, who held the Miss Universe India title in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_international_competition_will_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_participate_in\"><\/span>5. Which international competition will Kaziah Liz Mejo participate in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Miss Universe India 2026, Kaziah Liz Mejo will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Where_will_the_75th_Miss_Universe_pageant_be_held\"><\/span>6. Where will the 75th Miss Universe pageant be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 75th Miss Universe competition is scheduled to be held in Puerto Rico in November 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_old_was_Kaziah_Liz_Mejo_when_she_won_Miss_Universe_India_2026\"><\/span>7. How old was Kaziah Liz Mejo when she won Miss Universe India 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo was 19 years old when she was crowned Miss Universe India 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_Kaziah_Liz_Mejos_educational_background\"><\/span>8. What is Kaziah Liz Mejo\u2019s educational background?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaziah Liz Mejo is a law student. She also has experience in modelling and beauty pageants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Who_was_the_first_Indian_woman_to_win_Miss_Universe\"><\/span>9. Who was the first Indian woman to win Miss Universe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sushmita Sen was the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title. 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