Question

State whether the following statement is true or false with reason.

Myanmar has been a traditional friend of India.

पर्याय

• True

• False

Answer 1

This statement is true.

Explanation:

1. India and Myanmar (formerly Burma) have longstanding historical and cultural ties. Burma was part of British India from 1824 to 1937.
2. India established diplomatic relations with Myanmar upon its independence in 1948. However, Indo-Myanmar relations deteriorated after India supported pro-democracy rallies in Myanmar against the governing military junta. Both nations are members of BIMSTEC and work together to combat drug trafficking and rebel groups such as the Arakan Army that operate along the border.