WHO Launches Global Strategy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new 10-year global strategy to tackle the rising threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- WHO launched a 10-year global strategy to combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
- AMR is the ability of microbes to resist medicines like antibiotics.
- The strategy advocates for a 'One Health' approach.
- Aims to incentivize the R&D of new antimicrobial drugs and improve surveillance.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Medium | 2–4 | International summits, treaties, and India's bilateral relations appear in SSC GK. |
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | Medium | 2–4 | G20, IMF/World Bank decisions, and global trade events are tested in banking exams. |
| UPSC / State PCS | Very High | 10–20 | International relations is a core GS-II topic for UPSC. Bilateral agreements, multilateral bodies, and geopolitics are essential. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Summit venue, participating nations, key outcomes, and India's stand
- Bilateral agreements: India + partner country, subject area, signing date
- Multilateral organizations: new members, leadership changes, major resolutions
- India's position on key global issues: UN voting, climate, trade
- Indices: Global Peace Index, Press Freedom Index, India's rank and change
Practice Questions
Q1. What does AMR stand for in the context of global health?
- Advanced Medical Recovery
- Antimicrobial Resistance
- Annual Medical Report
- Automated Microbe Response
Explanation: AMR stands for Antimicrobial Resistance, where microbes evolve to resist drugs.
Q2. The 'One Health' approach integrates which of the following?
- Human and Animal health only
- Human health and Environment only
- Human, Animal, and Environmental health
- Human health and Space research
Explanation: The 'One Health' approach recognizes the interconnection between people, animals, and their shared environment.
How to Prepare International Affairs for Government Exams
Focus on India-centric news — India's bilateral visits, MoUs signed, and positions in international bodies. This is what domestic exams test.
For UPSC, understand geopolitical context: Why does India take a particular position? What is India's strategic interest?
Keep a running note of all G20, SCO, BRICS, and QUAD-related outcomes. These bodies generate 3–5 questions per major exam cycle.
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