Q. With reference to “Washington Declaration” consider the following statements:
1.The declaration has been signed between US and Russia.
2.It outlines cooperation towards nuclear deterrence strategy.
3.As per the declaration, the U.S. President will be the only sole authority to use the nuclear arsenal of the U.S. in the event of a nuclear confrontation.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Washington Declaration has been signed between US and South Korea.

Statement 2 and 3 are correct. Washington Declaration outlines cooperation towards nuclear deterrence strategy. As per the declaration, the U.S. President will be the only sole authority to use the nuclear arsenal of the U.S. in the event of a nuclear confrontation.

Source: ForumIAS

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