| Dates & History | The 3 Pillars | Countries & Nuclear States | IAEA & Inspections | Challenges & Criticism |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1970
When did the NPT enter into force?
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Non-proliferation / Disarmament / Peaceful use
Name one of the 3 pillars of the NPT.
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USA / Russia / UK / France / China
Name one NPT-recognized nuclear weapon state.
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The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency)
What organization checks that nuclear material is used peacefully?
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True
True or False: The NPT has critics who say it’s unfair.
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1968
When was it opened for signature?
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Non-proliferation
What pillar focuses on stopping new countries from getting nuclear weapons?
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5
How many nuclear weapon states are officially recognized by the NPT?
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To verify nuclear materials aren’t used for weapons
What is the main purpose of IAEA inspections?
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Nuclear states keep nukes while others can’t get them
What is one common criticism of the NPT?
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Cold war
What global tension helped motivate the NPT?
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Peaceful use of nuclear energy
What pillar supports using nuclear technology for energy and medicine?
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Germany
Which is NOT one of the five NPT nuclear states: China, France, Germany, UK?
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Rules and inspections to prevent nuclear diversion
What are “safeguards” in the NPT system?
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Higher chance of nuclear war or accidents
What is a major risk if nuclear weapons spread to more countries?
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Every 5 Years
How often do Review Conferences happen?
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Disarmament
What pillar calls for reducing nuclear weapons over time?
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India / Pakistan / Israel
Name one country that is outside the NPT.
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False
True or False: The IAEA is a military alliance.
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For security, deterrence, or power
Why might a country want nuclear weapons even if the NPT discourages it?
For security, deterrence, or power |
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Before 1967
What year had to be “before” to be counted as a nuclear-weapon state in the NPT?
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Non-nuclear states don’t build nukes, nuclear states disarm, and peaceful nuclear tech is shared
Why do people call the NPT a “deal” or “bargain”?
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North Korea
Which country joined the NPT but later withdrew?
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They provide proof and reduce suspicion
Why are inspections important for trust between countries?
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Trust issues and fear of becoming weaker
What is one reason nuclear disarmament is difficult?
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