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Pyrolysis, gasification, depolymerization convert mixed/contaminated plastics to oils, syngas, monomers. Complements mechanical recycling; enables true circularity. India's Plastic Waste Management Rules encourage advanced recycling. [[MoEFCC Guidelines]]
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NCERT curriculum includes climate science, impacts, mitigation/adaptation from middle school onwards. Aligns with NEP 2020's emphasis on sustainability literacy. Critical for building climate-aware citizens. [[NCERT, MoEFCC Reports]]
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GW170817: neutron star merger detected via LIGO/Virgo (GWs) and telescopes (gamma-rays, optical, radio). Enabled study of heavy element synthesis (kilonova), Hubble constant measurement. India's AstroSat contributed to EM follow-up. [[IUCAA, ISRO Reports]]
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ASOs are short synthetic nucleic acids designed to hybridize with specific RNA sequences. Approved drugs: Nusinersen (spinal muscular atrophy), Eteplirsen (Duchenne muscular dystrophy). Emerging modality for undruggable targets. [[ICMR Reports, NCERT Biology Class 12]]
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Data localization (e.g., RBI's payment data directive, DPDP Act provisions) seeks to protect citizen data, enable law enforcement access, foster domestic cloud infrastructure. Balances innovation, security, sovereignty. [[RBI, MeitY Reports]]
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Enzyme-based textile processing replaces harsh chemicals, reduces water/energy use. Cellulases, laccases, peroxidases used for bleaching, dyeing, finishing. Aligns with sustainable fashion goals; Indian textile industry adopting green tech. [[MoEFCC, NCERT Chemistry Class 12]]
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Indian courts have recognized right to healthy environment under Article 21. Cases challenge coal projects, air pollution, coastal regulation. Judicial activism complements policy efforts for climate justice. [[MoEFCC, Supreme Court Reports]]
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QEC (e.g., surface codes) detects/corrects errors without measuring quantum state directly. Essential for fault-tolerant quantum computing. Active research area; India's National Quantum Mission includes QEC R&D. [[DST Reports, NCERT Physics Class 12]]
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Senescent cells accumulate with age, secreting inflammatory factors (SASP). Senolytics (e.g., dasatinib + quercetin) clear them, improving healthspan in preclinical models. Clinical trials ongoing for osteoarthritis, fibrosis. [[ICMR Reports, NCERT Biology Class 12]]
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NITI Aayog's strategy (2018) identifies healthcare, agriculture, education, infrastructure, mobility as priority sectors. Principles: safety, reliability, inclusivity, transformation, accountability. Guides public-private AI initiatives. [[NITI Aayog Reports]]
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DES: cheap, biodegradable, tunable solvents for extraction, catalysis, electrochemistry. Alternative to volatile organic solvents; aligns with green chemistry. Research ongoing in Indian institutions for biomass processing. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 12]]
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4R approach: Reduce emissions, Reuse CO₂ as feedstock, Recycle carbon in materials, Remove CO₂ via DAC/afforestation. Holistic strategy for net-zero; India advocates balanced implementation considering development needs. [[MoEFCC, NITI Aayog Reports]]
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SMRs (<300 MWe) use passive safety systems, factory fabrication, modular deployment. Suitable for remote areas, industrial heat, grid support. India's NPCIL is exploring SMR designs for domestic and export markets. [[DAE Reports, NCERT Physics Class 12]]
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These platforms use Cas13/Cas12 collateral cleavage activated by target binding, coupled with reporter molecules. Enable rapid, portable detection of pathogens (viruses, bacteria), genetic mutations. Potential for point-of-care testing. [[DBT Reports, ICMR Guidelines]]
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Digital twins integrate IoT sensors, AI, physics-based models to monitor asset health, predict failures, optimize operations. Used in smart cities, industrial plants, transportation. Reduces downtime, enhances safety. [[NITI Aayog, MeitY Reports]]
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E-fuels: CO₂ + H₂O + renewable electricity → hydrocarbons (methane, methanol, jet fuel) via electrolysis + catalysis. Drop-in replacement for fossil fuels in aviation, shipping; enables carbon recycling. [[MNRE Reports, NCERT Chemistry Class 11]]
Answer: True
Just transition principles: retraining, social protection, inclusive planning, regional development. India's coal-dependent regions (Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh) require tailored strategies for equitable decarbonization. [[NITI Aayog, MoEFCC Reports]]
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Spin-based devices (MRAM, spin transistors) offer non-volatility, lower power, higher speed vs. charge-only electronics. Applications: high-density storage, quantum computing interfaces. Emerging field in condensed matter physics. [[NCERT Physics Class 12]]
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Venter Institute (2010) synthesized Mycoplasma mycoides genome (~1.08 Mbp), transplanted into M. capricolum, creating first self-replicating synthetic cell. Milestone in synthetic biology with biosecurity implications. [[DBT Reports, NCERT Biology Class 12]]
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ABDM's Health ID (voluntary) enables consent-based sharing of personal health records across hospitals, labs, pharmacies. Enhances continuity of care, reduces duplication, supports telemedicine. Core of India's digital health infrastructure. [[MoHFW, NHA Reports]]