Recently, India signed a deal known as 'Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field' with which of the following countries?
- AJapan
- BRussiaCorrect
- CThe United Kingdom
- DThe United States of America
Explanation
India and Russia have a long-standing and robust strategic partnership, particularly in the fields of defence and nuclear energy. The 'Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field' was signed between India and Russia. This agreement typically covers various aspects of nuclear energy cooperation, including the construction of nuclear power plants, supply of nuclear fuel, and joint research and development in the nuclear sector.
Russia has been a crucial partner for India's civilian nuclear program, notably involved in the construction of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu.
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