India, Israel sign two agreements on bilateral cooperation
Q. On the tri-nation tour to West Asia, Indian President Pranab Mukherjee has become the first Indian Head of State to visit this Jewish country. What agreement (s) have been signed between the two nations, India and Israel to enhance bilateral cooperation?- Published on 16 Oct 15a. A cultural exchange programme for 2015-2018
b. The amendment to the protocol on Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement
c. Both of the above
d. Neither of the above
ANSWER: Both of the above
Pact on tax avoidance aims to end tax evasion and ensure taxation is levied only when Indian or Israeli companies have permanent establishments. The visit by President Mukherjee is historic because it is the first by an Indian Head of State. The Knesset (Israel Parliament) was also addressed by the president during his visit. A cultural exchange program has also been signed between India and Israel.
