NSG, Nuclear Suppliers group - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following is/are the reasons for India not being a part of the NSG?

1) India did not sign the CTBT
2) India did not sign the NPT
3) India carried out nuclear tests in 1998.

a. 1, 3
b. 2
c. 1, 2
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 2

Explanation:

  • India has not signed the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)and hence has not been included in the NSG.
  • Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) is a multinational body concerned with reducing nuclear proliferation by controlling the export and re-transfer of materials that may be applicable to nuclear weapon development and by improving safeguards and protection on existing materials.
  • The NSG was founded in response to the Indian nuclear test in May 1974 and first met in November 1975. The test demonstrated that certain non-weapons specific nuclear technology could be readily turned to weapons development. Nations already signatories of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) saw the need to further limit the export of nuclear equipment, materials or technology.
  • NSG membership would give India greater access to the international nuclear market, as well other perks and benefits. India has been trying to get membership but is opposed by China citing that non-NPT countries should not be allowed.
  • Recently Switzerland has supported India’s entry into the NSG.
2)   The National Security Guard (NSG) is a special force unit under -

a. Ministry of Defence
b. National Security Advisor
c. PMO
d. Ministry of Home
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Ministry of Home

Explanation:
- National Security Guard (NSG) was raised in 1984, following Operation Blue Star and the assassination of Indira Gandhi
- Its aim was combating terrorist activities with a view to protect States against internal disturbances
- NSG is under the authority of Ministry of Home Affairs (India), However it is not categorised under the uniform nomenclature of Central Armed Police Forces.
- It has a special forces mandate, and its core operational capability is provided by the Special Action Group (SAG) which is drawn from the Indian Army.
- The Special Rangers Group (SRG), the police component of NSG, which also handles VIP security, is composed of personnel on deputation from other Central Armed Police Forces and State Police Forces.
3)   Which of the following is correct purpose of Nuclear Suppliers Group?

a. To promote trade of nuclear material
b. To control export and re-transfer of nuclear material
c. To encourage trade of nuclear material for peaceful purpose
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: To control export and re-transfer of nuclear material

Explanation:
- Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) is a multinational body concerned with reducing nuclear proliferation by controlling the export and re-transfer of materials that may be applicable to nuclear weapon development and by improving safeguards and protection on existing materials.
- The NSG was founded in response to the Indian nuclear test in May 1974 

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