Question: On Cooperation in which of the following fields Union Cabinet has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Armenia?
(a) Health
(b) Energy
(c) Disaster Management
(d) Agriculture
Answer- (c)
Related Facts:
- On September 12th, 2017, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Armenia on Cooperation in the field of Disaster Management.
- The MoU would enhance cooperation in the field of Disaster Management and contribute to the well-being and safety of the people of both the countries in the event of disaster.
- It will also result in exchange of information in the relevant fields of disaster management which is of mutual interest.
- Further, the MoU seeks to put in place a system, whereby both India and Armenia will be benefited from the disaster management mechanisms of the other country and will help in strengthening the areas of preparedness, response and capacity building.
Reference:
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