GS-2Editorials08 August 2026indianexpress.com

40 years ago, August 8, 1986: Calls for N-test freeze

The article title refers to historical calls for a nuclear test freeze on August 8, 1986, indicating a focus on international efforts to control nuclear weapons.

The article title refers to historical calls for a nuclear test freeze on August 8, 1986, indicating a focus on international efforts to control nuclear weapons.

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GS Paper 2: International Relations - Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.

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