India-China Relations & LAC — Set 10
International Relations · भारत-चीन संबंध और LAC · Questions 91–100 of 160
India's S-400 purchase from Russia was significant in the India-China context because:
Correct Answer: B. S-400 provides defense against Chinese ballistic and cruise missiles at all altitudes
The S-400 Triumf air defense system provides 360-degree coverage against aircraft, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles at ranges up to 400 km at various altitudes. For India's threat perception, S-400 protects against Chinese ballistic missiles (DF series) and air threats from both Pakistan and China directions. India purchased 5 S-400 squadrons for approximately USD 5.43 billion.
India's 'SAGAR' doctrine, relevant to India-China competition in the Indian Ocean, stands for:
Correct Answer: B. Security and Growth for All in the Region
SAGAR stands for 'Security and Growth for All in the Region,' articulated by PM Modi during his 2015 visit to Mauritius. It is India's vision for the Indian Ocean, emphasizing collective security, sustainable development, and rules-based order. SAGAR is India's counter to China's 'Maritime Silk Road' and 'String of Pearls' strategy in the IOR.
The breakthrough in India-China relations at BRICS Kazan (October 2024) involved:
Correct Answer: B. Agreement on patrolling at Depsang and Demchok, completing all 2020 disengagement
In October 2024, India and China reached a breakthrough agreement on patrolling arrangements at Depsang and Demchok, completing disengagement at all major friction points that had developed since 2020. This was announced before PM Modi's bilateral meeting with President Xi on the sidelines of BRICS in Kazan. It marked a significant improvement in bilateral relations.
India's Agni-V ICBM has strategic relevance against China because:
Correct Answer: B. Its 5,000+ km range covers all of China including Beijing
Agni-V has a range of 5,000+ km (some estimates suggest up to 8,000 km), making it India's first true intercontinental ballistic missile capable of targeting all of China including Beijing. Before Agni-V, India's missiles primarily covered Pakistan and parts of western China. Agni-V significantly enhances India's deterrence posture against China.
India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) in defence was significantly accelerated after:
Correct Answer: B. 2020 Galwan clash
Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence was significantly accelerated post the 2020 Galwan clash. India published negative lists of weapons that cannot be imported, banned hundreds of Chinese apps, restricted Chinese investment, and established defence industrial corridors. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on Chinese and other foreign suppliers for critical equipment.
The 'All-Weather Friendship' or 'Iron Brotherhood' describes which bilateral relationship?
Correct Answer: B. China-Pakistan
'All-Weather Friendship' or 'Iron Brotherhood' describes the China-Pakistan relationship. China's CPEC investment in Pakistan and its consistent blocking of India's positions in UN bodies reflects this relationship. India views the China-Pakistan nexus as its primary strategic challenge, combining nuclear threats, terrorism support, and territorial disputes.
The iCET (Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology) is an India-USA initiative partly aimed at:
Correct Answer: A. Countering Chinese technology dominance
The iCET (Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology), launched in 2023 between India and the USA, covers AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, advanced wireless, and space technology. It is partly aimed at building resilient supply chains as an alternative to China-dominated technology supply chains. iCET is a key pillar of India-USA strategic partnership.
China's dam construction on Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) in Tibet concerns India because:
Correct Answer: B. China may manipulate water flow and the massive Medog project may risk downstream flooding
China has built multiple dams on the Yarlung Tsangpo (which becomes the Brahmaputra in India) in Tibet and is constructing the Medog hydropower project — potentially the world's largest. India's concerns include potential water flow manipulation and dam-burst flooding of downstream Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. India lacks a water-sharing treaty with China on the Brahmaputra.
'Finger 8' on Pangong Tso's north bank refers to:
Correct Answer: B. A specific rocky spur that India previously patrolled up to
'Finger 8' refers to the 8th rocky spur (finger) on the north bank of Pangong Tso Lake. India previously patrolled up to Finger 8 but China had established positions at Finger 4. The February 2021 disengagement resulted in both sides pulling back from the Finger 4-8 area to create a buffer zone.
The Zoji La tunnel in Ladakh provides year-round connectivity to:
Correct Answer: B. Kargil and Leh from Srinagar
The Zoji La Tunnel provides year-round connectivity to Kargil and Leh from Srinagar, bypassing the Zoji La Pass which gets blocked in winter (closed 4-6 months annually). The pass is at 11,578 feet. The tunnel is strategically important for supplying troops in Ladakh year-round.