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Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

Syllabus: GS3/Defence

Context

• The 57th Raising Day of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was observed recently.

Central Industrial Security Force

• It is a paramilitary force established in 1969, under the Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968.
• Every year, CISF Raising Day is observed on March 10.
• Operates under – Ministry of Home Affairs of India.

Functions –  It provides security to the strategic establishment including

• Department of Space
• Department of Atomic Energy,
• Airports, Delhi Metro and ports.
• Historical monuments
• Basic areas of the Indian economy such as petroleum and natural gas, electricity, coal, steel and mining.

Minuteman III

Syllabus: GS3/Defence

Context

• As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, the United States conducted a test launch of a Minuteman III missile.

Minuteman III

• It is nicknamed as ‘doomsday’ missile, and is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).
• Range – It reaches a top speed of Mach 23, or roughly 28,400 kilometres per hour, and can travel over 9,600 kilometres.
• Developed by Boeing in the 1950s
• Purpose – to bolster American homeland protection,
• Minuteman III is stored and launched from a silo, a fortified underground bunker designed to protect the missile from enemy attacks.
• Notably, a Minuteman III has never been fired in actual combat, making the weapon one of the most powerful things on Earth that has never actually been used in war.

Do you know?

• The Minuteman III was originally supposed to be replaced in the 2030s, but delays with the new Sentinel ICBM have led officials to consider keeping it in service potentially until 2050.

National Investment and Infrastructure Fund

Syllabus: GS3/ Economy

In News

• The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) has raised $750 million for its Second Private Market Fund (PMF-II).
• About National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF)
• Established in 2015 as India’s sovereign wealth fund.
• NIIF is a collaborative platform managed by National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited (NIIFL) to attract equity into infrastructure and related areas.
• The Government stake is 49% and remaining 51% from global institutional investors
• Source: ET

Asteroid 2024 YR4

Syllabus: GS3/Space

Context

• NASA has confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR4 poses no collision risk to the Moon in 2032, based on observations from the James Webb Space Telescope.
• 2024 YR4 is classified as a Near-Earth Asteroid (NEA), indicating its orbit brings it close to Earth’s orbital path.

About

• Asteroids, sometimes called minor planets, are rocky, airless remnants left over from the early formation of our solar system about 4.6 billion years ago.
• Most asteroids can be found orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter within the main asteroid belt.
• asteroid 2024 yr4
• Source: TH

Defence Forces Vision 2047

Syllabus: GS3/ Defence

Context

• The Minister of Defence released the document “Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military”, prepared by the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff.

Objectives of Defence Forces Vision 2047

• Future Warfare Preparedness: The vision emphasises preparing the military for multi-domain warfare, including cyber, space, artificial intelligence and information warfare.
• Alignment with National Development Goals: The transformation of defence capabilities is linked with India’s broader objective of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Key Features of the Roadmap

• Integrated and Multi-Domain Military: The vision proposes developing an integrated and agile military structure capable of conducting operations across land, sea, air, cyber and space domains.
• Enhanced joint operational planning among the three services will improve efficiency and response capabilities.
• Greater Jointness among the Services: A core pillar is enhanced jointness and synergy among the Army, Navy and Air Force.
• Improved coordination in planning, operations and capability development is expected to increase operational efficiency.
• Strengthening Self-Reliance in Defence: The roadmap supports the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence manufacturing.
• Technological Advancement: It proposes the greater use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cyber capabilities and advanced surveillance tools.
• Phased Implementation: The roadmap outlines a phased approach, identifying short-term, mid-term and long-term priorities for building critical military capabilities.

Recent Steps Taken by India

• Creation of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Department of Military Affairs: The appointment of the CDS aims to promote jointness in operations, procurement and training.
• The Department of Military Affairs (DMA) was created under the Ministry of Defence and is headed by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).
• Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020: It promotes indigenous design, development & manufacturing, prioritises “Make in India” categories.
• Defence Industrial Corridors & Indigenous Production Push: Two defence industrial corridors have been established in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh to bolster its defence manufacturing ecosystem and promote domestic defence production.
• Integrated Theatre Commands (ITCs): Push to restructure command structure so that Army, Navy, Air Force in a region operate under unified command.
• It is part of the “jointness” agenda to avoid duplication and improve responsiveness.
• Challenges
• Limited Defence Budget: India’s defence modernisation is constrained by budgetary limitations, with defence spending remaining around 2–2.5% of GDP in recent years.
• Weak Integration in Technology: Integration of communication systems, intelligence networks and digital battlefield technologies remains limited.

Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner

Syllabus: GS2/ Polity

Context

• Opposition parties are considering an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.

Article 324 of Constitution

• Article 324 of the Constitution states that the Election Commission will comprise the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and such number of Election Commissioners (ECs), as the President may decide.
• The Election Commission of India (ECI) is responsible for managing the preparation of electoral rolls and conducting elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of the President and Vice-President.
• The Constitution specifies that the President will appoint the CEC and ECs, subject to the provisions of an Act of Parliament.

Constitutional Provisions for Removal of the CEC

• Article 324(5) of the Constitution of India provides that the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) can be removed in the same manner and on the same grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court.
• A motion seeking the removal of the CEC may be introduced in either House of Parliament and must specify the grounds for seeking removal.

The motion must be supported by:

• At least 100 members of the Lok Sabha, or
• At least 50 members of the Rajya Sabha.
• Once the motion is admitted, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha or the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha constitutes an inquiry committee to investigate the allegations.
• If the committee finds the charges proven, the motion is taken up for voting in Parliament.
• Both Houses must then pass the motion with a two‑thirds majority of those present and voting. After both Houses approve the motion, the President issues the final order for removal.

National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA)

Syllabus: GS2/ Governance

In News

• The new office of the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) was inaugurated at R.K. Puram, New Delhi.
• About National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA)
• The NDSA is a statutory body established under the Dam Safety Act, 2021.
• It functions under the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation of the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
• It acts as the national-level regulator for dam safety in India
• Key Digital Initiatives Launched
• NETRA, NDSA Engine for Tracking and Review using AI. It is connected with DHARMA Dam Safety Database.
• Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan (RBSD), developed by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) for visualization of Dam Break Analysis (DBA).

Invoking of Essential Commodities Act, 1955 For Natural Gas Allocation

Syllabus: GS2/ Governance; GS3/ Economy

Context

• Recently, the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 by notifying the Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026 amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia and disruptions in LNG shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
• Key Points in Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026
• Establishment of a four-tier priority system for gas allocation: Based on the average consumption of gas from the past six-month.
• Gas redistribution: Lower-priority users like petrochemicals & power plants face cuts to support higher ones.
• Pooled Mechanism: Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC) notifies pooled prices for gas diverted from non-priority to priority sectors, ensuring standardized pricing during shortages.
• Priority sector entities must accept these pooled prices and waive litigation rights over force majeure or supply adjustments.
• natural gas allocation
• Reasons for Gas Rationing
• Disruption of LNG Imports: The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial global energy transit route connecting the Persian Gulf to international markets. Conflict in the region has disrupted LNG shipments.
• Around one-third of India’s LNG imports have been affected.
• India’s Dependence on Imported Natural Gas: India’s natural gas demand continues to rise while domestic production remains limited.
• Key Statistics:
• Total gas consumption (2024–25): 71.3 billion cubic metres (BCM);
• Import dependency: about 50%;
• Major LNG suppliers: Qatar, United States, Russia, Australia;
• High import dependence exposes economies to geopolitical shocks and price volatility.
• About Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955
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• It aims to regulate the production, supply, distribution, and pricing of essential commodities to ensure their availability at fair prices and prevent hoarding, black-marketing, and profiteering during shortages or emergencies.
• It empowers the Central Government(and in some cases state governments)to intervene in markets when necessary to protect consumer interests and maintain food and energy security.
• Commodities Covered Under the Act
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• The central government can declare certain goods as ‘essential commodities’.
• Common examples include food grains (rice, wheat, pulses); edible oils, sugar, petroleum and petroleum products, fertilisers, drugs, LPG and natural gas.
• The government can add or remove commodities from the list depending on national requirements.
• Key Changes in 2020 (During Covid-19)
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• The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020 introduced major reforms to liberalise agricultural markets.
• It aims to encourage private investment in storage, cold chains, and supply infrastructure.
• Removal of Several Agricultural Commodities from the List: Certain items were deregulated except in extraordinary circumstances.
• It includes cereals, pulses, oilseeds, edible oils, onions, and potatoes.
• Stock Limits Only in Extraordinary Situations: The government can impose stock limits only under exceptional conditions, such as war, famine, extraordinary price rise, and natural calamities.
• Price Trigger for Stock Limits: Stock limits can be imposed only if prices increase significantly:
• 100% increase in price of horticultural produce;
• 50% increase in price of non-perishable food items;
• Exemption for Value Chain Participants: Stock limits do not apply to processors or exporters if stocks are within their production or export requirements.

SC Permits Withdrawal of Life Support in India’s First Passive Euthanasia Case

Syllabus: GS2/Polity; Health

Context

• The Supreme Court practically applied the principles of passive euthanasia for the first time by permitting the withdrawal of clinically-assisted nutrition and hydration (CANH) to 32-year-old Harish Rana.

About

• The court laid down that:
• withdrawal of life support must be in the “best interests” of the patient and guiding factors include whether life support provided to the patient qualify as medical treatment;
• whether medicines have any therapeutic benefit, but only works to prolong life, pain and suffering for the patient;
• and whether it would be in the best interest of the patient to artificially prolong life.
• The court said the patient must be looked after in a sensitive manner with concerns for his or her dignity given foremost importance.
• The judgment decisively draws the boundaries on when to allow natural death to take over.
• The bench noted that there is no comprehensive legislation addressing end-of-life care in the country and urged the Centre to enact a law in this regard.

Euthanasia

• Euthanasia is the act of deliberately ending a person’s life to eliminate pain or suffering
• Ethicists differentiate between active and passive euthanasia.
• Passive euthanasia entails the deliberate decision to withhold or withdraw medical interventions, like life support, with the aim of permitting a person’s natural death.
• Active Euthanasia is the intentional act of killing a terminally ill patient on voluntary request, by the direct intervention of a doctor for the purpose of the good of the patient. It is illegal in India.

Legal Stance

• The Supreme Court had in 2018 legalised passive euthanasia, contingent upon the person having a “living will”.
• SC held that the ‘right to die with dignity’ forms a part of the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
• A living will is a written document that specifies the actions to be taken if the person is unable to make their own medical decisions in the future.

Arguments in Favour of Assisted Dying

• Autonomy and Choice: Individuals should have the right to make decisions about their own lives, including the choice to end it to avoid prolonged suffering.
• Relief from Suffering: Assisted dying provides a compassionate option for those with terminal illnesses or unbearable pain, allowing them to die with dignity.
• Respect for Individual Rights: People should have control over their bodies and lives, including the decision to end their life in a humane and controlled manner.

Arguments Against Assisted Dying

• Moral and Ethical Concerns: Many believe that taking a life, even at the person’s request, is morally wrong and goes against the sanctity of life.
• Risk of Abuse: Vulnerable individuals, such as those with mental health issues or pressure from family, may be coerced into choosing assisted dying.
• Medical Ethics: Healthcare professionals are traditionally bound to preserve life, and assisted dying may conflict with the fundamental role of doctors in healing and care.
• Alternative Solutions: There are arguments that palliative care and pain management can provide relief, making assisted dying unnecessary.

Way Ahead

• Palliative Care Expansion: Improving access to high-quality palliative care to address suffering and reduce the demand for assisted dying.
• Public Debate: Ongoing discussions about the moral, legal, and ethical implications of assisted dying, can be considered while framing the guidelines.
• International Perspective: Countries may look to those with legal assisted dying frameworks (e.g., the Netherlands, Canada) for guidance on effective regulation and safeguards.
• Mental Health Support: Providing psychological evaluations to prevent coercion or impulsive decisions and ensure informed consent is given.

Supreme Court Reiterates Support for Uniform Civil Code

Syllabus: GS2/ Polity and Governance

Context

• The Supreme Court of India reiterated its support for a Uniform Civil Code, observing that a common civil law framework would help address complexities arising from multiple personal laws governing marriage, divorce, and succession across communities.

Supreme Court’s Observations

• The petition before the court challenges provisions of the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937, arguing that it discriminates against Muslim women in matters such as inheritance.
• The Court stated that striking down personal law provisions may create a legal vacuum regarding inheritance rules.
• It emphasised that a Uniform Civil Code would provide a clearer and more comprehensive solution to ensure equality in personal laws, which requires legislative action, not only judicial decisions.

What is Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?

• A Uniform Civil Code refers to the provision of one law for the entire country, applicable to all religious communities, in their personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, etc.
• Aim: To replace the existing diverse personal laws that vary based on religious affiliations.

Constitutional Provisions

• Article 44 contained in part IV of the Constitution says that the state “shall endeavor to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India”.
• Part IV of the Constitution outlines the Directive Principles of State Policy, which, while not enforceable or justiciable in a court of law, are fundamental to the country’s governance.

UCC in India

• UCC in Goa: It follows the Portuguese Civil Code of 1867, which means that people of all religions in Goa are subject to the same laws on marriage, divorce, and succession.
• The Goa Daman and Diu Administration Act of 1962, which was passed after Goa joined the union as a territory in 1961, gave Goa permission to apply the Civil Code.
• In 2024, The Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly passed The Uniform Civil Code of Uttarakhand Act, 2024, becoming the first Indian State to adopt a UCC post-independence.

Arguments in favor of UCC

• Uniformity in Governance: Having a common set of laws would streamline governance and administrative processes, making it easier for the state to administer justice and ensure the rights of its citizens.
• Women’s Rights: Personal laws in different religions have discriminatory provisions, particularly against women, and a uniform code will provide a more egalitarian legal framework.
• Secularism: A Uniform Civil Code is seen as a way to reinforce the secular fabric of the country by treating all citizens equally irrespective of their religious affiliations.
• The Supreme Court in various judgments including Mohd. Ahmed Khan vs Shah Bano Begum judgment of 1985, has called for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code.
• Promote national Spirit: The implementation of a UCC will promote the integration of India by establishing a shared platform for diverse communities.

Arguments against UCC

• Issues with implementation: The implementation of the code has been difficult because India is a diverse country with various religious communities following their own personal laws.
• It has been argued that the marriage and death rituals observed by tribal communities differ from Hindu customs, and there is concern that these practices may also face prohibition.
• Challenge for Law and Order: It would be a tyranny to the minority and when implemented could bring a lot of unrest in the country.
• Against Constitutional provisions: UCC is perceived as an infringement upon the constitutional right to freely exercise one’s chosen religion found in Article 25 and 26 and the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution

Way Ahead

• Build broad social consensus: The government should undertake wide consultations with religious leaders, legal experts, civil society groups, and minority communities to ensure that the framework reflects India’s pluralistic character and reduces apprehensions.
• Focus on gender justice: The primary objective should be to remove discriminatory provisions in personal laws, particularly those affecting women in matters of marriage, divorce, maintenance, and inheritance.

India – US Defence Ties

Syllabus: GS2/IR

Context

• India has denied reports that it assisted the United States in targeting an Iranian vessel near Sri Lankan waters.

India – US Military Exercises:

• Yudh Abhyas: Land forces.
• Malabar: Naval quadrilateral with US, India, Japan, Australia.
• Cope India: Air exercise.
• Tiger Triumph: Tri-service HADR exercise.
• Vajra Prahar: Special forces.

Essential Commodities Act Invoked

Syllabus: GS2/Governance

News

• The Centre invoked the Essential Commodities Act in response to the oil crisis following Israel-U.S. strikes on Iran.
• Centre directed oil refining companies to prioritize LPG production using propane and butane streams, supply it exclusively to domestic consumers, and not use these streams for other petrochemical products.

Essential Commodities Act, 1955

• It has been a tool used by the government through the years to offset rising food prices, prevent hoarding and maintain food security.
• The list of essential commodities includes drugs and medicines, fertilizers, foodstuffs (including edible oils), hank yarn, petroleum and petroleum products, raw jute and jute textiles, and various types of seeds such as those for fruits, vegetables, and cattle fodder.
• The 2020 amendment to the Essential Commodities Act limited the Centre’s powers to regulate key food items only under extraordinary circumstances and
• It allowed stock limits on agricultural produce only if prices rose sharply—100% for horticultural goods and 50% for non-perishable foodstuffs.

US F-1 Visas for Indian Students Drop 69%

Syllabus: GS2/IR

In News

• In 2025, F-1 visa issuances to Indian students fell by 69% in June-July (12,776 visas) compared to 41,336 in 2024.

F-1 visa

• The F-1 visa permits foreign students to study full-time in the U.S.
• It has long served as a key talent pipeline for the US. Created under the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952,
• It allows students to remain temporarily in the US after graduation.
• This route has helped American universities and technology firms attract global talent, particularly from India and China.

How is the F-1 visa different  from an M visa?

• There are two types of US study visas — F and M.
• The ‘F’ category visa is used for university or college, high school, private elementary school, seminary, conservatory, and other academic institutions, including a language training programme.
• The ‘M’ category visa is used for vocational or other recognised nonacademic institutions, other than a language training programme.

Iranian Kurds

International

Context

• S. President Donald Trump encouraged Iranian Kurdish forces to launch attacks against Iran as conflict in West Asia widened.

Kurds

• Kurdish people are an ethnic minority group in the Middle East without an independent state.
• The population ranges between 25 million and 45 million worldwide, with most living in the mountainous region across parts of western Iran, eastern Turkey, northern Iraq and Syria, and Armenia.
• They speak various Kurdish dialects, not related to Turkish or Arabic; and are mostly Sunni Muslims.
• Turkey has the largest population of approximately 15 to 20 million people while Iran has 8-12 million Kurds.
• Concerns of Kurds: They were promised a nation post-WWI, but never granted.
• They faced rebellions, state suppression of language and culture.
• Kurdistan Regional Government: Following years of conflict and the 1991 Gulf War, the Kurds established the Kurdistan Regional Government (K.R.G.) in Iraq, which is now a constitutionally recognised autonomous region.

Raisina Dialogue 2026

International

Context

• PM Modi attended the inaugural session of the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi.
• The theme for 2026 edition is “Samskara: Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement.”

Raisina Dialogue

• The Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics committed to addressing the most challenging issues facing the global community.
• It brings together global leaders, policymakers, diplomats, scholars, and strategic experts to discuss major international challenges.
• The first session was held in 2016.
• It is hosted by the Delhi-based Observer Research Foundation, in collaboration with the External affairs ministry of India.

Gravity Bomb

Science and Tech

Context

• US Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth announced that the US would be shifting to ‘gravity bombs’, marking a major tactical pivot in the ongoing campaign against Iran.

Gravity Bomb

• A gravity bomb (or free-fall bomb) is an unpowered munition dropped from an aircraft.
• Unlike cruise missiles such as the Tomahawk cruise missile, it has no engine and falls toward the target under gravity, guided by the aircraft’s speed and altitude.
• Modernisation: Many gravity bombs are fitted with Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) kits, which use GPS and steerable fins to convert them into precision-guided munitions.
• Key Feature: Gravity bombs are relatively cheap but require aircraft to fly close to targets, making them effective mainly when air superiority is achieved.

India’s 7th National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity

Environment

Context

• India has submitted its 7th National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), assessing national progress toward biodiversity targets for 2030.
• The report evaluates India’s performance against 23 National Biodiversity Targets (NBTs) aligned with the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF).

Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

• Origin: The Convention was opened for signature in 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (Rio Earth Summit).
• The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) entered into force on 29 December 1993.
• The first session of the COP was scheduled in 1994 in the Bahamas.
• Secretariat: Montreal, Canada.
• Ratification: The CBD has been ratified by 196 nations, making it one of the most widely adopted international treaties.
• Note – The United States is the only UN member state that has not ratified the convention.

It has 3 main objectives;

1. The conservation of biological diversity
2. The sustainable use of the components of biological diversity
3. The fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources.

• The governing body is the Conference of the Parties (COP), which meets every two years.
• The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety and the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-Sharing are supplementary agreements to the CBD.

Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

• The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework was concluded at COP15 of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), held in Montreal, Canada, in 2022.
• It features 23 targets to be met by 2030 and four global goals for 2050 to preserve biodiversity for current and future generations.
• The agreement is not binding on members.

Karnataka & Andhra to Ban Social Media Use by Children

Syllabus: GS2/Governance

Context

• Karnataka has announced a ban on social media use by children under 16 in its latest Budget, and Andhra Pradesh is moving to introduce a measure that would prohibit those under 13 to use such service.
• Objective – to restrict social media access for minors to combat digital addiction and safeguard mental health.

State-Wise Proposed Restrictions

• Karnataka: The proposal aims to ban social media for children under 16 years of age.
• Andhra Pradesh – to prohibit social media for children under 13 years of age,

Key Objectives and Context

• Health and Safety: The primary drivers are rising concerns over digital addiction, cyberbullying, and declining academic performance.
• Global Precedents: These moves follow international trends, such as Australia’s world-first nationwide ban for under-16s enacted in late 2025.
• Support Measures: Karnataka has paired its proposal with the “Mobile Bidi, Pustaka Hidi” (Leave the phone, pick a book) campaign and plans to deploy mental health counselors in educational centers.

Additional Information – ‘Mobile Bidi Pustaka Hidi’ (Drop the Mobile, Pick up a Book)

• It is a statewide campaign launched by the Government of Karnataka in February 2026
• Objective – to combat mobile phone addiction and revive reading habits among schoolchildren.

Key Details of the Campaign

• Primary Objective: To reduce excessive screen time for children under 16 and encourage them to cultivate a love for physical books and libraries.
• Target Audience: Approximately 50 lakh students across government, aided, and private schools in Karnataka.
• Implementation: Overseen by the Department of School Education and Literacy (DSEL) and the Department of State Education Research and Training (DSERT).

IISc launches “Moonshot” Project on Brain Co-processors

Syllabus: GS3/ Science and Technology

Context

• The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) launched a moonshot project to develop brain co-processors that combine neuromorphic hardware and AI algorithms to enhance or restore brain function.

Brain Co-Processors

• Brain co-processors are advanced devices designed to interact directly with the human brain.
• They decode neural signals, process them using AI algorithms, and re-encode them back into the brain through neural stimulation or neurofeedback.
• They enable cognitive and motor rehabilitation, particularly for stroke survivors who lose sensorimotor abilities such as reaching and grasping objects.