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While throwing light upon various stages of clinical trials, explain why clinical trials are essential for advancing medical knowledge and patient safety.

Clinical trials are decisive in the development of new drugs and treatments, ensuring their safety and efficacy before they reach the market. They are structured into several phases,...

February 9, 2022

Point out the ethical dilemmas in clinical trials conducted in developing countries like India.

The increasing incidence of deaths during clinical trials in India raises ethical concerns. These trials often involve vulnerable populations, leading to questions about informed consent and exploitation. The...

February 9, 2022

Explain the factors contributing to India’s prominence as a destination for clinical trials, including its legal framework.

India has emerged as a leading destination for clinical trials due to several compelling factors, alongside a robust legal framework. Population Diversity: India’s demographic diversity, comprising various gene...

February 9, 2022

Estimate the effectiveness of HPV vaccination in combating cervical cancer in rural India amidst ongoing controversies.

The controversy surrounding the HPV vaccine in India stems from several intertwined factors. First, the tragic deaths of seven tribal girls during trials funded by the Gates Foundation...

February 9, 2022

Loss of Ice in South Col Glacier

A new study highlighted that, Ice on a glacier near the summit of Mount Everest has shrunk dramatically, in last three decades. Research was led by University of...

February 8, 2022

J&K in National Single Window System

Jammu and Kashmir has become the first union territory (UT) to be integrated with National Single Window System. More than 130 industrial services have been made online on...

February 8, 2022

ASEAN-India High Level Conference on Renewable Energy

ASEAN and India held high level conference on Renewable Energy on February 7, 2022. Key Points On the occasion, Indian Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy...

February 8, 2022

ISRO: Demonstration of Quantum Communication

Scientists from Ahmedabad-based Space Applications Centre and Physical Research Laboratory recently demonstrated Quantum Entanglement, in a major step forward towards satellite-based quantum communication. Where was the experiment conducted?...

February 8, 2022

J&K Kanchoth Festival

Recently, people of Bhaderwah celebrated the ancient Kanchoth festival, which is a symbol of ancient Nag culture. About Kanchoth festival The festival was celebrated amid braving heavy snowfall...

February 8, 2022

Media One License Issue

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting recently cancelled the broadcasting license of Media One Channel. The license was cancelled after the home ministry raised security issues against the...

February 8, 2022

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