The illegal trading of human organs through social media platforms is indeed a concerning emerging issue in India, posing serious challenges. Suggest steps that are needed to prevent it.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges,
Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges,
6. The illegal trading of human organs through social media platforms is indeed a concerning emerging issue in India, posing serious challenges. Suggest steps that are needed to prevent it. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question: The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has made specific references to certain websites/social media groups offering huge money for kidneys and other organs. Key Demand of the question: To write the illegal trading of organs and steps that are needed to prevent it. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context Body: First, write about the emerging menace of organ trading on social media and its impact. Next, write about the steps that are needed to prevent it – stringent laws like Transplantation of Human Organ & Tissue Act (THOTA) must be implemented effectively, regulatory oversight, public awareness campaigns, technology intervention, and international cooperation. Conclusion: Conclude by writing a way forward.
Why the question:
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has made specific references to certain websites/social media groups offering huge money for kidneys and other organs.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the illegal trading of organs and steps that are needed to prevent it.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context
First, write about the emerging menace of organ trading on social media and its impact.
Next, write about the steps that are needed to prevent it – stringent laws like Transplantation of Human Organ & Tissue Act (THOTA) must be implemented effectively, regulatory oversight, public awareness campaigns, technology intervention, and international cooperation.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.