What are the three pillars of the NPT?

Disarmament, nonproliferation, and peaceful uses of nuclear technology

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Nuclear-weapon-free zones, nuclear power, and regional stability

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Strategic bombers, ICBMs, and SLBMs

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The correct option is A Disarmament, nonproliferation, and peaceful uses of nuclear technology
The Non-Proliferation Treaty or NPT has three pillars :
Nuclear Disarmament: Includes disarmament and dismantling military nuclear programs.
Non-proliferation: Non nuclear weapon states agree to avoid developing nuclear technology while NWS agree not to spread the technology.
Peaceful Uses Of Nuclear Technology : Using nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and not for war and its nuances.

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