India-USA Relations — Set 3
International Relations · भारत-USA संबंध · Questions 21–30 of 160
The annual India-USA flagship joint military exercise is called:
Correct Answer: B. Yudh Abhyas
Yudh Abhyas is the flagship annual joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the US Army. The exercise rotates between India and the USA and focuses on counter-terrorism, peacekeeping, and combined arms operations. It has been held since 2004 and has progressively grown in scale and complexity.
The Malabar naval exercise was originally a bilateral exercise between India and USA but now includes which third country?
Correct Answer: B. Japan
The Malabar naval exercise originally began as a bilateral exercise between India and the USA in 1992. Japan became a permanent member of the Malabar exercise in 2015, making it a trilateral naval exercise. Australia joined Malabar in 2020, expanding it to a quadrilateral format coinciding with the Quad's revival.
India-US trade relations faced friction over which Indian policy protecting its solar energy sector?
Correct Answer: A. Domestic Content Requirement in solar programme
The USA challenged India's Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) under its Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission before the WTO, arguing it discriminated against US solar products. The WTO dispute settlement panel ruled against India in 2016, finding the DCR inconsistent with WTO obligations. This became a significant trade dispute reflecting broader tensions over India's renewable energy policies.
How many Indians were working in the USA on H-1B visas as of recent estimates?
Correct Answer: C. About 700,000-800,000
The correct answer is 'About 700,000-800,000'. Indians constitute the largest group of H-1B visa holders in the USA, with estimates of 700,000-800,000 Indians working on H-1B visas. Indian IT companies like Infosys, Wipro, and TCS are among the largest users of H-1B visas. H-1B policy changes, including fee increases and restrictions, have been a recurring source of concern in India-USA relations.
The India-USA CEO Forum was established to promote:
Correct Answer: B. Private sector bilateral trade and investment
The India-USA CEO Forum was established in 2005 to promote private sector bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation. It brings together top business leaders from both countries to make recommendations to their governments on trade and economic partnership. The forum has been instrumental in shaping the economic dimension of the India-USA relationship.
Which US President signed the Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) with India?
Correct Answer: C. Barack Obama
The Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) was launched in 2012 during the Obama administration. It aims to facilitate greater bilateral defence technology sharing and co-production arrangements between India and USA. DTTI identified specific pathfinder projects for joint development, including jet engine technology and aircraft carrier design.
In which year did PM Narendra Modi receive the USA's highest civilian honour for foreign nationals, the Legion of Merit?
Correct Answer: C. 2020
PM Narendra Modi was awarded the Legion of Merit (Degree of Chief Commander) by US President Donald Trump in 2020. This is the highest US military decoration that can be awarded to foreign nationals. The award recognised PM Modi's leadership in elevating the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.
India-USA Homeland Security Dialogue focuses on which primary areas?
Correct Answer: A. Border security and counter-terrorism
The India-USA Homeland Security Dialogue addresses counter-terrorism, border security, cybersecurity, and emergency management cooperation. It was established in 2011 following increasing cooperation after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks of 2008. The dialogue facilitates information sharing and joint efforts against terrorism, drug trafficking, and cybercrime.
The US-India Business Council (USIBC) was established in:
Correct Answer: A. 1975
The US-India Business Council (USIBC) was established in 1975 by the US Chamber of Commerce to promote bilateral trade and investment. It is one of the oldest bilateral business councils between the two countries. USIBC represents leading US companies operating in India and Indian companies with significant US operations.
The Indo-US Nuclear Deal required India to separate its nuclear facilities into civilian and military. How many facilities did India place under IAEA safeguards?
Correct Answer: C. 22
As part of the Indo-US Civil Nuclear Deal, India submitted a separation plan placing 22 out of 22 thermal power reactors and 14 other facilities under IAEA safeguards as civilian facilities. India retained certain facilities as strategic (military) facilities outside safeguards. This separation was a key condition for India accessing international civilian nuclear cooperation.