India-Nepal IGC Meeting in Kathmandu

Current Context: The India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) on Trade, Transit, and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorised Trade was held in Kathmandu from January 10-11, 2025.

• The Indian delegation was led by Shri Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary, Ministry of Commerce.
• The Nepali delegation was headed by Mr. Gobinda Bahadur Karkee, Secretary, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies.
• key highlights:
• Wheat Supply: India agreed to supply 200,000 metric tonnes of wheat to Nepal.
• Axle Weight Limits: India agreed to apply axle weight limits for Nepali cargo vehicles in transit through the Kakarbhitta-Banglabandha route.
• Plant Quarantine: Sal seeds and Chayote were included in India's Plant Quarantine Order.
• Milk Products: Nepal agreed to consider importing whey and cheese from India.

Question:

1 What quantity of wheat did India agree to supply to Nepal as part of the discussions during the India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) meeting?

• A) 200,000 metric tonnes
• B) 150,000 metric tonnes
• C) 250,000 metric tonnes
• D) 100,000 metric tonnes

Answer: A) India agreed to supply 200,000 metric tonnes of wheat to Nepal, highlighting cooperation in trade and food security.