Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: India's External Relations

Question:

Name the external affairs minister of India who visited China in 1979, after the restoration of full development relations between the two countries in 1976.

Options:

V. K Krishan Menon

Atal Behari Vajpayee

Indira Gandhi

Pranab Mukherjee

Correct Answer:

Atal Behari Vajpayee

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - Atal Behari Vajpayee

The process of normalizing relations between India and China spanned over a decade. The year 1976 marked the restoration of full diplomatic ties between these two nations. Notably, Atal Behari Vajpayee, who held the position of External Affairs Minister at that time, undertook a significant visit to China in 1979.