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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: India's External Relations

Question:

The Treaty of Peace and Friendship was signed in August 1971 between:

Options:

India - China

India - USA

India - Soviet Union

India - Pakistan

Correct Answer:

India - Soviet Union

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (3) - India - Soviet Union

In an effort to counterbalance the alliance between the US, Pakistan, and China during the Indo-Pak War of 1971, India established a 20-year Treaty of Peace and Friendship with the Soviet Union in August 1971. This pact assured India of Soviet backing in case of any hostile threats.