Question

Which of the following statements best illustrates the theory of deterrence ?

• A.
  Superpower like USA putting sanctions on Iran to discontinue production of fissile materials
• B.
  North Korea's nuclear arsenals preventing South Korea to develop their own nuclear weapons
• C.
  Non declared nuclear power status of Israel deterring adversary states from attacking it.
• D.
  USA and Russa not using nuclear weapons because of Balance of Terror.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

USA and Russa not using nuclear weapons because of Balance of Terror.
Nuclear Deterrence is a military doctrine according to which the possibility that a country will use the nuclear weapons it possesses in retaliation will deter an enemy from attacking.Thus USA and Russa not using nuclear weapons because of Balance of Terror.