Indo-Russian Agreement

India - Russia Agreement

Question: Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the signing of the Indo-Russian Agreement for cooperation in which of the following fields?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Terrorism
(c) Double Taxation
(d) Space
Answer: (b) 
Related Facts: 

  • On November 22nd, 2017 Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has given its approval for signing an Agreement on Cooperation between India and Russia in the field of combating all forms of terrorism and organized crime.
  • The Agreement is proposed to be signed during the upcoming visit of Indian Delegation, led by Home Minister, to Russia from 27-29 November, 2017.
  • The proposed Agreement will replace the Agreement of October, 1993.
  • Agreement is a step towards consolidating the benefits accrued in the field of security and seeks to jointly fight the new and evolving risks and threats.

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