Vaccines and Immunotherapy — Mains Questions

Discuss the ethical and policy challenges associated with the development and equitable distribution of novel vaccines and immunotherapies, particularly in the context of a developing country like India. (250 words, 15 marks)

Analyze the advancements in vaccine technology, specifically focusing on mRNA and viral vector platforms, and their implications for future pandemic preparedness and India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. (250 words, 15 marks)

Critically examine the role of immunotherapy in cancer treatment, highlighting its mechanisms, key challenges, and recent breakthroughs, with a special focus on CAR-T cell therapy in India. (250 words, 15 marks)