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BioE3 Policy Initiative

Source-This post on BioE3 Policy Initiative has been created based on the article “Biotech enigma” published in “The Hindu” on 30 August 2024. UPSC Syllabus-GS Paper 3 – Science and technology – Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nanotechnology, Biotechnology Context– The Cabinet has approved the BioE3 or Biotechnology for Economy, Environment… Continue reading BioE3 Policy Initiative

India’s Potential Role in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Mediation

Source-This post on India’s Potential Role in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Mediation has been created based on the article “War and peace – India is not well-placed to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine” published in “The Hindu” on 29 August 2024. UPSC Syllabus-GS Paper-2- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting… Continue reading India’s Potential Role in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Mediation

India’s Inflation Targeting Framework

Source-This post on India’s Inflation Targeting Framework has been created based on the article “Inflation targeting: Defending the status quo” published in “Business Standard” on 29 August 2024. UPSC Syllabus–GS Paper-3– Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Context– In September 2016, India set a 4% inflation target… Continue reading India’s Inflation Targeting Framework

PMLA’s Draconian Provisions

Source-This post on PMLA’s Draconian Provisions has been created based on the article “Bail for K Kavitha: Time to review PMLA’s draconian provisions” published in “The Indian Express” on 29 August 2024. UPSC Syllabus-GS Paper-3- Money-Laundering and its prevention. Context– Recent Supreme Court rulings emphasize that “bail is the rule, and jail is the exception”… Continue reading PMLA’s Draconian Provisions

Shift in India’s Climate Policy

Source: The post shift in India’s climate policy has been created, based on the article “Establishing a carbon market” published in “The Hindu” on 29th August 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3- Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Context: The article discusses India’s transition from energy efficiency targets in polluting industries like iron… Continue reading Shift in India’s Climate Policy

Democratic Backlash in South Asia

Source: The post democratic backlash in South Asia has been created, based on the article “A silent democratic backlash in South Asia” published in “The Hindu” on 29th August 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- polity Context: The article discusses a “silent democratic backlash” in South Asia, comparing India and Pakistan. It explains how India,… Continue reading Democratic Backlash in South Asia

Need for new, shorter treatment regimens for drug-resistant TB

Source: The post need for new, shorter treatment regimens for drug-resistant TB has been created, based on the article “Sharpening India’s anti-tuberculosis fight” published in “The Hindu” on 29th August 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Context: The article discusses India’s… Continue reading Need for new, shorter treatment regimens for drug-resistant TB

Emerging field of synthetic biology

Source: The post emerging field of synthetic biology has been created, based on the article “Our biodiversity is a treasure chest: Handle it with care” published in “Live Mints” on 28th August 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3-science and technology- biotechnology Context: The article discusses synthetic biology, which uses genetic engineering to create new… Continue reading Emerging field of synthetic biology

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