Which one of the following is not a part of Indo-Russia’s relations during the Cold War era?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → The Soviet Union did not support India’s positions on the Kashmir issues in the UN
Option (1) The Soviet Union accepted Indian currency for trade when India was short of foreign exchange A part (Incorrect). This was part of the economic relationship.
Option (2) The Soviet Union provided most of its military hardware to India when many were unwilling to part with it A part (Incorrect). India received most of its military hardware from the Soviet Union, which also agreed to joint production of military equipment.
Option (3) The Soviet Union assisted India’s public sector companies at a crucial time when assistance was difficult to get A part (Incorrect). It gave aid and technical help for steel plants like Bhilai and Bokaro and for Bharat Heavy Electricals.
Option (4) The Soviet Union did not support India’s positions on the Kashmir issues in the UN Not a part (Correct). The opposite is true: the Soviet Union supported India’s positions on the Kashmir issue in the UN, and stood by India in the 1971 war with Pakistan.
NCERT: Contemporary World Politics — Chapter 1: The End of Bipolarity (2025-26)
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