Consider the following statements regarding the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty: 1. The Treaty required both the United States and the Soviet Union to eliminate all ground-launched ballistic and cruise missiles with ranges between 500 and 5,500 km, including those with nuclear as well as conventional warheads. 2. The Treaty permitted both countries to continue producing and deploying sea-based and air-launched missiles within the specified range limits. 3. It was the first arms control agreement to introduce comprehensive on-site verification measures. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation: All are correct

The INF Treaty banned and led to the elimination of all ground-launched missiles (500–5,500 km) of both conventional and nuclear types; permitted deployment of air- and sea-launched missiles; and pioneered robust on-site verification measures.

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