India-USA Relations — Set 11
International Relations · भारत-USA संबंध · Questions 101–110 of 160
President Biden's first in-person meeting with PM Modi was on the sidelines of which forum?
Correct Answer: B. Quad Summit September 2021
President Biden's first in-person bilateral meeting with PM Modi was held on the sidelines of the Quad Leaders' Summit in Washington DC in September 2021. This was followed by their meeting at the G20 in Rome and COP26 in Glasgow in October-November 2021. The Biden administration prioritised India and the Quad as central elements of its Indo-Pacific strategy from the outset.
India and the USA jointly participated in which major UN peacekeeping mission?
Correct Answer: D. None, as both serve separately but India is a top troop contributor
India and the USA do not jointly participate in the same UN peacekeeping missions in a direct bilateral capacity. India is one of the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping forces globally, while the USA contributes primarily through funding rather than troops. Their peacekeeping cooperation happens more through capacity building, training, and support rather than joint deployment.
The US-India Business Council's annual 'India Ideas Summit' focuses on:
Correct Answer: B. Bilateral trade, investment, and policy advocacy for US-India economic relations
The US-India Business Council's annual India Ideas Summit (previously called the India Investment Summit) is a flagship event bringing together business leaders, government officials, and policymakers to discuss bilateral trade, investment, and economic policy. It provides a platform for identifying opportunities and addressing barriers in the US-India economic relationship. The summit has been a significant venue for major business announcements related to US investment in India.
Which US aircraft carrier visited India for the first time reflecting deepened defence ties?
Correct Answer: A. USS Nimitz
USS Nimitz visited India's Visakhapatnam naval base in July 2017 for joint exercises, symbolising the growing defence partnership. Such carrier visits reflect the deepened trust and interoperability between Indian and US navies. US carrier strike groups regularly operate in the Indian Ocean region in coordination with the Indian Navy under the LEMOA framework.
India-US space cooperation through Artemis Accords commits India to which principle?
Correct Answer: B. Peaceful use of space and transparency in operations
The Artemis Accords are a set of principles for responsible, peaceful, and transparent space exploration signed by India in June 2023. The accords commit signatories to peaceful use of outer space, transparency of operations, interoperability of systems, and preservation of space heritage sites. India joining the Accords aligns its space exploration programme with international norms and deepens cooperation with NASA.
President Trump visited India in February 2020 for which event?
Correct Answer: B. Namaste Trump
'Namaste Trump' was a public event held at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat in February 2020, attended by approximately 110,000 people. It was modelled after the 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston in September 2019 where the same leaders appeared together. The event symbolised the warm personal relationship between Trump and Modi and the growing India-USA partnership.
The USA's 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific' (FOIP) concept aligns with India's concept of:
Correct Answer: B. SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region)
India's SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) concept articulated by PM Modi in 2015 is closely aligned with the US concept of a 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific.' Both concepts emphasise maritime security, freedom of navigation, and a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific. The convergence of SAGAR and FOIP reflects the strategic alignment between India and the USA on Indo-Pacific security architecture.
The India-USA Counter-Terrorism Joint Working Group meets:
Correct Answer: C. Periodically at intervals decided by both governments
The India-USA Counter-Terrorism Joint Working Group meets periodically, typically once or twice a year, to review bilateral cooperation on counter-terrorism, terrorist financing, and border security. The group provides a formal mechanism for sharing threat assessments and coordinating counter-terrorism measures. It operates alongside intelligence-sharing channels maintained through liaison between RAW, IB, CIA, and FBI.
India received the first delivery of C-17 Globemaster military transport aircraft from USA in:
Correct Answer: C. 2013
India received its first C-17 Globemaster III heavy military transport aircraft from Boeing in 2013, becoming only the seventh country to operate the aircraft. India purchased 10 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft for the Indian Air Force under a $4.1 billion deal. These aircraft significantly enhanced India's strategic airlift and rapid deployment capabilities.
The India-USA MilFest (Military Festival) programme facilitates:
Correct Answer: B. People-to-people military educational exchanges
Military exchange programmes between India and the USA facilitate people-to-people connections between officers of both armed forces through staff college exchanges, professional military education, and joint training programmes. The National Defense University and various US war colleges have hosted Indian military officers. These exchanges build lasting professional relationships and mutual understanding between the two militaries.