Consider the following statements regarding the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) between India and the United States:
1. LEMOA allows automatic logistics support for all joint military operations between India and the US.
2. The agreement enables reciprocal logistic support during joint exercises and humanitarian assistance efforts.
3. Logistic support for other cooperative activities requires case-by-case approval based on mutual consent.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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Consider the following statements regarding the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) between India and the United States:
1. LEMOA allows automatic logistics support for all joint military operations between India and the US.
2. The agreement enables reciprocal logistic support during joint exercises and humanitarian assistance efforts.
3. Logistic support for other cooperative activities requires case-by-case approval based on mutual consent.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is not correct : LEMOA does not allow automatic logistics support for all military operations. It clearly states that support beyond defined areas like joint exercises or disaster relief requires mutual consent on a case-by-case basis.

Statement 2 is correct : The agreement provides for reciprocal support during activities like joint exercises and humanitarian efforts.

Statement 3 is correct : For any cooperation beyond routine activities like joint exercises or disaster relief, logistical support under LEMOA requires prior mutual consent. This ensures that both nations agree case-by-case, in line with their respective laws and policies.

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Consider the following statements regarding the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) between India and the United States: 1. LEMOA allows automatic logistics support for all joint military operations between India and the US. 2. The agreement enables reciprocal logistic support during joint exercises and humanitarian assistance efforts. 3. Logistic support for other cooperative activities requires case-by-case approval based on mutual consent. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3