Q. With reference to Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET), consider the following statements:
1.Its aim is to expand partnership in critical and emerging technologies between India and the US.
2.It will help India to find an alternative to the dependence on Russian military technology.
Select the correct statement using the code given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are correct. iCET’s aim is to expand partnership in critical and emerging technologies between India and the US. It will help India to find an alternative to the dependence on Russian military technology because India is looking produce more weapons at home and in partnership with the western countries.

Source: The Indian Express