Q1. According to earlier statements of the Ministry of External Affairs cited in the Supreme Court proceedings of April 11, 2026, at least how many Indian nationals had worked with the Russian military in support roles, and how many of them had died by the time the matter reached the Court?
A 85 nationals, 5 deaths
B 126 nationals, 12 deaths Correct
C 200 nationals, 20 deaths
D 250 nationals, 35 deaths
Explanation
The Ministry of External Affairs had earlier stated that at least 126 Indian nationals were working with the Russian military in support roles, of whom 96 had been discharged and 12 had died. These figures were cited in the Supreme Court proceedings on April 11, 2026 when the Court agreed to hear the petition seeking the repatriation of 26 Indians allegedly forced to fight in the Ukraine war.