Political Science · India's Foreign Policy
UGC NET Jun 2019 Political Science
With which country has India signed a long-term agreement for the Sukhoi Su-30MKI combat aircraft fleet?
AUSA
BJapan
CIsrael
DRussia ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) Russia — India signed the long-term agreement with Russia, so the answer is Russia.
Explanation
★India signed the long-term agreement with Russia, so the answer is Russia.
★The Su-30MKI is an advanced twin-engine, twin-finned multirole fighter developed by Russia's Sukhoi.
★It is produced in bulk in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited under licence.
★By 2020 the Indian Air Force had roughly 260 Su-30MKI aircraft in service.
★These jets form the backbone of the IAF's frontline fighter fleet.
★The long-term deal covers sustained support, spares and upgrades for the fleet.
★It reflects the deep India-Russia defence relationship rooted in Soviet-era cooperation.
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