What is the evergreening of patents? What does Indian Patent Act mention about the evergreening of patents? Read further to know more. Patent evergreening is the technique of modifying medications to extend their patent period and hence their profitability. The Indian Patents Act of 1970 … [Read more...] about Evergreening of Patents
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Directed Energy Weapons
What are Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs)? What are the impacts of DEWs? Which are the current and upcoming Directed Energy Weapons projects of India? What are its advantages? Read further to know more. The development of Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs) is viewed as especially crucial in light of … [Read more...] about Directed Energy Weapons
Virtual Private Network
What is Virtual Private Network? What are its types? What are the new regulations related to VPNs?What are the issues related to it? Read further to know more. The directives issued to virtual private network (VPN) service providers by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology … [Read more...] about Virtual Private Network
Social Media and Civil Servants
What is the relationship between social media and civil servants? What are the advantages of civil servants using social media? What are its disadvantages? What are the reasons for the limitation of the freedom of speech of civil servants? Read further to know more. Indian bureaucracy today, is … [Read more...] about Social Media and Civil Servants
Indian Arms Import
What is the trend in Indian arms import ? Which countries are the main weapons suppliers of India ? What is the need for India's increased arms purchases? Read further to know. According to the latest Stockholm International Peace Research Institute research(SIPRI), despite a 11% decline in its … [Read more...] about Indian Arms Import
Climate change and women
Particularly under conditions of poverty, women frequently face increased risks and heavier responsibilities from the effects of climate change. What are the impacts of climate change on women? How are they vulnerable? What are the problems related to the unequal participation of women in climate … [Read more...] about Climate change and women
Glaciers in India
Which are the major Glaciers in India? What are alpine glaciers? Which are the glaciers of the Karakoram Range? Where is Pindari glacier situated? Read further to know more. Glaciers in India are bodies of dense ice that flow under their own weight. They are formed as a result of snow … [Read more...] about Glaciers in India
Important Terms in Ancient Indian History
Which are the important terms in ancient history? What do these terms mean? How are they related to different dynasties? Read further to know more. Important terms in ancient history are a hot topic for UPSC General Science paper 1. Let us discuss the meaning of certain important terms in … [Read more...] about Important Terms in Ancient Indian History
Important Mountain Passes in India and Himalayas
Which are the major mountain passes in India and the Himalayas? What are Mountain passes? What is the importance of passes? Read further to know more. Mountain Passes in India and the Himalayas contribute to road connection and play a vital role in trade. India is a country with multiple passes. … [Read more...] about Important Mountain Passes in India and Himalayas
Mechanism of Indian Monsoon
What is the mechanism of the Indian monsoon? What are the classical and modern theories? What is the role Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone in monsoon? Read further to know more. The "monsoon" climate is related to the seasonal reversal of wind direction. The monsoons are a seasonal wind pattern … [Read more...] about Mechanism of Indian Monsoon
