QUESTION

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Science & Technology

Prelims 2020

In India, why are some nuclear reactors kept under “IAEA Safeguards” while others are not?

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Explanation

IAEA safeguards are a set of technical safeguards applied by the IAEA to independently verify any nuclear facilities to check if it is not misused or deviated from peaceful uses.

IAEA Safeguards are meant to understand if imported/enriched uranium is not used for non-peaceful purposes.

New reactors under IAEA safeguards The decision will be based on the source of uranium.

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