Nuclear Policy and Governance — Definition

Definition

Nuclear policy and governance determine who may undertake nuclear activities, under what permissions and oversight, and with which responsibilities for safety, security, liability and waste. The framework connects scientific risk management to public authority and long-term accountability.

In India, the SHANTI Act, 2025 is an important legislative development, but its enactment must be distinguished from the commencement of particular provisions and the finalisation of implementing rules.

A licence, safety authorisation and policy announcement perform different functions. Evaluating governance therefore requires reading the legal status and institutional role behind each claim.