India conducted nuclear tests in which year?

A1970

B1972

C1974

D1976

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Correct Answer: C: 1974

Explanation: The correct answer is C: 1974. India conducted its first nuclear test (Smiling Buddha) on May 18, 1974, in the Pokhran desert. India declared itself a nuclear-weapon state, prompting Pakistan's nuclear weapons program.

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