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UPSC 2018 · Q7 · Science & Technology › Energy & Environment · Save
What is/are the consequence/consequences of a country becoming the member of the 'Nuclear Suppliers Group' ?
- It will have access to the latest and most efficient nuclear technologies.
- It automatically becomes a member of "The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)".
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (a) 1 only
UPSC 2018 · Q33 · Science & Technology › Energy & Environment · Save
In the Indian context, what is the implication of ratifying the 'Additional Protocol' with the 'International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)' ?
(a) The civilian nuclear reactors come under IAEA safeguards.
(b) The military nuclear installations come under the inspection of IAEA.
(c) The country will have the privilege to buy uranium from the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG).
(d) The country automatically becomes a member of the NSG.
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Answer: (a) The civilian nuclear reactors come under IAEA safeguards.
UPSC 2018 · Q67 · Science & Technology › Energy & Environment · Save
With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements : 1. units. 2.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2