Indo-US nuclear deal – Will it be binding on the possible new governments?

Unfortunate rider to the Indo-US nuclear deal approval by the US Senate foreign relations committee is going to make India unhappy. The deal was approved by 19-2 margin. But, the condition is being stoppage of all transfer of technology, material and equipments to India in the event of India carry out a nuclear test. It also added a clause that the deal will be subjected to the provisions of the Hyde Act and other US laws. The Indo-US nuclear deal is introduced today in the US House of Representatives.

Will US also prevent the transfer of nuclear materials and technology from other NSG countries? Will India agree for such harsh conditions?

Does these conditions override the provisions of the 123 Agreement?

What are the chances of Manmohan Singh and Bush finally signing the deal during the Indian Prime Minister’s visit to US?

Moreover, how both the governments will ensure that the deal (if signed) is binding on the possible new governments after the elections in US and India.