Nuclear Non-proliferation — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about the Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty (NPT) is/are correct? 1. It aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and weapons technology. 2. India is a signatory to the NPT. 3. It mandates universal, time-bound nuclear disarmament for all states. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding India's nuclear doctrine: 1. It is based on 'No First Use' (NFU) of nuclear weapons. 2. It advocates for 'Credible Minimum Deterrence' (CMD). 3. The authority to authorize the use of nuclear weapons rests solely with the military command. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following export control regimes has India NOT yet joined?

The term 'dual-use technology' in the context of nuclear non-proliferation refers to:

Consider the following pairs: 1. NPT: Universal, time-bound disarmament 2. CTBT: Ban on all nuclear explosions 3. FMCT: Ban on production of fissile material for weapons Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?