Nuclear Physics — Tech Evolutions

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
Atomic Energy (Amendment) Bill, 2015	2015	This amendment to the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, enabled the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) to form joint ventures with other public sector undertakings (PSUs) for setting up nuclear power projects. Previously, only government companies could operate nuclear power plants.	Facilitated greater investment and collaboration in India's nuclear power sector, allowing for faster expansion of capacity by leveraging resources from other PSUs. This move was aimed at accelerating the growth of nuclear energy generation in the country.
Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010	2010	This Act establishes a mechanism for compensating victims of nuclear incidents and specifies the liability of operators and suppliers. It aims to provide a framework for prompt compensation and ensure India's participation in international nuclear commerce.	Addressed concerns regarding liability in case of nuclear accidents, a critical step for international nuclear suppliers to engage with India. It balances the need for victim compensation with the requirements for attracting foreign investment and technology in the nuclear sector, though some provisions have been debated internationally.