Q. Consider the following statements regarding the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):
1.The IAEA was established in 1957 and is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
2.India is not a member of the IAEA but follows its safeguards voluntarily.
3.The IAEA plays a key verification role under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), although it is not a member of the Treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 2 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: The IAEA was indeed established in 1957 and has its HQ in Vienna.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: India is a member of the IAEA.
  • Statement 3 is correct: The IAEA is not a member of the NPT but has verification responsibilities under it.

Source– Reuters

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