Q. Every year in January, India and Pakistan exchange their list of nuclear installations through their diplomatic missions under an agreement on prohibition of attacks against nuclear installation and facility. In which year, such agreement was signed?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
1988
Explanation:
The Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between India and Pakistan was signed on December 31, 1988.
- It came into force on January 27, 1991.
- Under this agreement, both countries exchange lists of their nuclear facilities every year on January 1 to ensure that these facilities are not targeted in any conflict.
Timeline Recap:
- Signed: 1988 ✅
- Came into force: 1991
- First exchange: January 1, 1992
✅ Correct Answer: (B) 1988
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between India and Pakistan was signed on December 31, 1988.
- It came into force on January 27, 1991.
- Under this agreement, both countries exchange lists of their nuclear facilities every year on January 1 to ensure that these facilities are not targeted in any conflict.
Timeline Recap:
- Signed: 1988 ✅
- Came into force: 1991
- First exchange: January 1, 1992
✅ Correct Answer: (B) 1988