The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that stem cell research has the potential to provide cures for diseases such as Parkinson's disease, diabetes, and spinal cord injuries. However, the use of embryonic stem cells remains controversial due to the ethical implications of embryo dest...
From UPSC perspective, the following things are important : Mains level: Why did the Supreme Court Overrule a Five-Judge Decision of 2004 related to the subcategorisation of SC? Why in the News? A seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court has ruled that States can subdivide Scheduled Castes ...
Hazardous waste means any waste which, by reason of any of its physical, chemical, reactive, toxic, flammable, explosive or corrosive characteristics, causes danger or is likely to cause danger to health or environment, whether alone or when in contact with other wastes or substances. There are...
These rights broadly encompass the freedom of children, their civil rights, their family environment, necessary healthcare, welfare, and education. The UNCRC is the broad outline for the world and the countries with respect to child rights. It also outlines the fundamental human rights that should...