Correct option is D
The correct matches are:
· (A) Indo-Soviet Friendship Treaty – (IV) Indira Gandhi: The Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Cooperation was signed in 1971 by Indira Gandhi, strengthening the strategic partnership between India and the Soviet Union.
· (B) Pokhran II – (III) Atal Bihari Vajpayee: Pokhran II, a series of nuclear tests, was conducted in 1998 under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, establishing India as a nuclear power.
· (C) Look East Policy – (II) Narsimha Rao: The Look East Policy was introduced in the early 1990s by Prime Minister Narsimha Rao to strengthen India's trade and strategic relations with Southeast Asian countries.
· (D) Panchamrit – (I) Narendra Modi: Panchamrit, a five-point climate action plan, was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the COP26 Summit in 2021 to address climate change.
Information Booster:
1. Indo-Soviet Friendship Treaty (1971): Cemented Indo-Soviet relations, providing India with military and diplomatic support during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
2. Pokhran II (1998): Established India’s nuclear capability and strategic defense posture under PM Vajpayee.
3. Look East Policy (1990s): Aimed to improve economic and strategic relations with Southeast Asian countries.
4. Panchamrit (2021): Modi’s commitment at COP26, targeting climate actions such as reducing emissions and promoting clean energy.
5. Shift in Foreign Policy: Each policy reflects a shift in India's foreign relations according to its evolving strategic and economic priorities.
6. Nuclear Deterrence: Pokhran II was significant for India’s defense policy, enhancing its deterrence capabilities.