Why in news?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a pitch for India’s membership of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) in New York in September 2019.
Who are the NSG countries?
Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) is a group of nuclear - those with nuclear technology for civilian or civilian and military purposes, countries that seek to prevent nuclear proliferation by controlling the export of materials, equipment, and technology that can be used to manufacture nuclear weapons.
What are its features?
India is not a member of NSG. Why?
What is the NPT?
What is China’s position?
What is India’s Response?
Why is it Important for India to be an NSG member?
What factors are in favor of India’s membership?