Political Science · India's Foreign Policy
UGC NET Aug 2024 Political Science
Which of the following statements about India-China relations are correct?
- 1. China has blocked India's membership of the NSG (Nuclear Suppliers Group).
- 2. India has refused to be part of China-promoted BRI (Belt and Road Initiative).
- 3. The Gujral Doctrine believes in reciprocity.
- 4. India and China cooperate with each other in climate change talks.
- 5. Sino-Indian trade is an example of balanced trade.
A1, 2, 3 and 4 only
B1, 2 and 4 only ✓ Correct
C1, 2 and 3 only
D2, 3, 4 and 5 only
Correct answer: (B) 1, 2 and 4 only — Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.
Explanation
★Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.
★China has repeatedly blocked India's entry into the Nuclear Suppliers Group, citing India's non-signatory status to the NPT.
★India has refused to join the Belt and Road Initiative, objecting to CPEC running through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
★India and China do cooperate on climate negotiations, often coordinating as large developing economies under the UNFCCC.
★Statement 3 is wrong because the Gujral Doctrine rests on non-reciprocity, giving neighbours benefits without expecting returns.
★Statement 5 is wrong because Sino-Indian trade is heavily imbalanced, with a large deficit in China's favour.
★So the correct combination captures the friction over NSG and BRI alongside cooperation on climate.
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