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This document is a report on statements made by Chagla, a member of the Indian delegation, regarding India's decision to sign the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) during his visit to Geneva. Chagla stated that India's decision would depend on the shape of the treaty after in-depth discussions. He mentioned that India would be willing to sign a balanced document that aligns with the UN resolution, but the current draft does not meet those criteria. Chagla expressed concern about the treaty's ban on peaceful nuclear explosions by non-nuclear weapon states, as it could hinder India's nuclear development. He also criticized the provision that only non-nuclear weapon states would be subject to inspection and control. Chagla claimed that the majority of non-aligned NPT members supported India's objections to the treaty. Additionally, he described the notion of Communist China signing the NPT as utopian. When asked about security assurances, Chagla stated that it is a separate issue from the NPT but acknowledged that the US understands India's security needs.