Match List I with List II

List I	List II
A.	Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement	I.	2004
B.	Indo-US Civil Nuclear Dea	II.	2002
C.	High Technology Cooperation Groups	III.	2020
D.	Next Steps in Strategic Partnership	IV.	2005

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is D

The correct matching is:
· A. Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement (BECA) – III. 2020: Signed in 2020, BECA allows India and the U.S. to share geospatial intelligence for defense cooperation.
· B. Indo-US Civil Nuclear Deal – IV. 2005: The landmark Indo-US Civil Nuclear Agreement was signed in 2005, allowing civilian nuclear trade between the two countries and marking a significant step in strategic ties.
· C. High Technology Cooperation Groups – II. 2002: The High Technology Cooperation Group (HTCG) was established in 2002 to enhance collaboration between India and the U.S. in high-technology sectors like IT and defense.
· D. Next Steps in Strategic Partnership – I. 2004: The Next Steps in Strategic Partnership (NSSP) was initiated in 2004 to expand cooperation in civil nuclear energy, space, and defense technology between India and the U.S.
Information Booster:
1. Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement (BECA): Signed in 2020, it enhances defense cooperation through geospatial data sharing.
2. Indo-US Civil Nuclear Deal (2005): Pivotal in improving bilateral ties, this agreement allowed nuclear cooperation between India and the U.S.
3. High Technology Cooperation Group (2002): A forum to enhance collaboration in high-tech industries, focusing on civilian and defense technology.
4. Next Steps in Strategic Partnership (NSSP) (2004): A framework to deepen strategic cooperation in civil nuclear, space, and defense technologies.