Why is there so much activity in the field of biotechnology in our country? How has this activity benefited the field of bio pharma?

Points to Remember: Rapid advancements in biotechnology globally. India’s large and diverse population – a significant resource and market. Government initiatives and policies supporting biotechnology. Growing private sector investment. Contributions to biopharmaceutical development. Challenges and limitations in the sector. Introduction: Biotechnology, the application of biological systems and organisms to develop or make products, is experiencing … Read more

How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies?

Points to Remember: Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL): A crucial database for documenting and protecting traditional knowledge. International Cooperation: India’s efforts to collaborate with other countries on intellectual property rights related to traditional medicine. Legislation and Policy: Relevant Indian laws and policies aimed at safeguarding traditional knowledge. Challenges: Difficulties in enforcement and the complexities of … Read more

What is India’s plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme?

Points to Remember: India’s current space station plans. Technological advancements needed. Benefits to India’s space program (scientific, economic, strategic). Challenges and potential risks. International collaborations. Introduction: India’s ambition to establish its own space station represents a significant leap forward in its space program. While not yet fully realized, the plan signifies a shift from primarily … Read more

How can biotechnology help to improve the living standards of farmers?

Points to Remember: Increased crop yields Improved crop quality Reduced reliance on chemical inputs Enhanced disease and pest resistance Increased income for farmers Sustainable agricultural practices Introduction: Biotechnology, encompassing the application of biological systems and organisms to develop or make products, holds immense potential for revolutionizing agriculture and significantly improving the living standards of farmers … Read more

What is the main task of India’s third moon mission which could not be achieved in its earlier mission? List the countries that have achieved this task. Introduce the subsystems in the spacecraft launched and explain the role of the Virtual Launch Control Centre’ at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre which contributed to the successful launch from Sriharikota.

Points to Remember: Subscribe on YouTube Chandrayaan-3’s primary objective: Successful soft landing and rover deployment on the lunar surface. Previous mission failures: Chandrayaan-2’s lander malfunction. Countries achieving lunar soft landing: USA, USSR (now Russia), China. Spacecraft subsystems: Propulsion, communication, navigation, payload. Virtual Launch Control Centre (VLCC) role: Remote monitoring and control of launch operations. Introduction: … Read more

Introduce the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI). How does AI help clinical diagnosis? Do you perceive any threat to privacy of the individual in the use of Al in healthcare?

Points to Remember: Definition and scope of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI’s applications in clinical diagnosis (e.g., image analysis, predictive modeling). Privacy concerns related to AI in healthcare (data security, bias, transparency). Mitigation strategies and ethical considerations. Introduction: Join Our Telegram Channel Artificial intelligence (AI) is a broad field encompassing the development of computer systems capable … Read more

What are the research and developmental achievements in applied biotechnology? How will these achievements help to uplift the poorer sections of the society?

Points to Remember: Subscribe on YouTube Key areas of applied biotechnology research and development (R&D). Specific achievements with societal impact. Mechanisms through which biotechnological advancements can uplift poorer sections. Challenges and limitations in translating R&D into societal benefits. Introduction: Applied biotechnology harnesses biological systems and organisms to develop or make products intended to improve human … Read more

What do you understand by nanotechnology and how is it helping in health sector?

Points to Remember: Definition and scope of nanotechnology. Applications of nanotechnology in disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Advantages and limitations of nanotechnology in healthcare. Ethical considerations and future prospects. Introduction: Nanotechnology, derived from the Greek word “nanos” meaning dwarf, involves manipulating matter at the atomic and molecular level, typically at scales between 1 and 100 … Read more

What is the basic principle behind vaccine development? How do vaccines work? What approaches were adopted by the Indian vaccine manufacturers to produce COVID-19 vaccines?

Points to Remember: Basic principle of vaccine development: inducing immunity without causing disease. Mechanisms of vaccine action: stimulating antibody and T-cell responses. Indian COVID-19 vaccine approaches: adaptation of existing technologies and development of novel platforms. Introduction: Vaccines are one of the most significant public health interventions in history, credited with eradicating smallpox and drastically reducing … Read more

Discuss India’s achievements in the field of Space Science and Technology. How the application of this technology has helped India inits socio-economic development?

Points to Remember: India’s space program milestones (e.g., satellite launches, lunar missions, Mars mission). Socio-economic applications of space technology (e.g., communication, agriculture, disaster management). Challenges and future prospects of India’s space program. Introduction: India’s space program, spearheaded by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has witnessed remarkable achievements since its inception. From humble beginnings, it … Read more