UPSC Prelims 2026 · GS Paper 1 · Question 67
Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (Project Supported by India) - List II (Country) A. Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project - 1. Maldives B. Restoration of Stor Palace - 2. Afghanistan C. District Hospital at Dickoya - 3. Bhutan D. Institute of Security and Law Enforcement Studies - 4. Sri Lanka
Correct answer: Option B
International Relations
Options
- (a) A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3
- (b) A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
- (c) A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
- (d) A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
Detailed solution
Answer
Option (B) — A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
Explanation
- India undertakes several development assistance projects in its neighbourhood as part of its Neighbourhood First Policy.
- The Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project is a 720 MW run-of-river power plant in Trongsa Dzongkhag of Bhutan, built with Indian assistance and inaugurated in 2019.
- India also supports cultural restoration, health infrastructure, and capacity building projects in Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Maldives respectively.
Statement Analysis
- A. Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project: Correct match with Bhutan (3), a flagship Indo-Bhutan hydropower cooperation project.
- B. Restoration of Stor Palace: Correct match with Afghanistan (2), restored by India in Kabul and inaugurated in 2016.
- C. District Hospital at Dickoya: Correct match with Sri Lanka (4), built by India in the central tea plantation region.
- D. Institute of Security and Law Enforcement Studies: Correct match with Maldives (1), set up with Indian assistance for police training.