7 July 2026

Granules India drug approval

This news highlights the progress of the Indian pharmaceutical industry in securing international drug approvals, which serves as relevant context for discussions on India's achievements in science and technology and its role as the pharmacy of the world.

Questions

1. Discuss the significance of 'First-to-File' (FTF) status in the context of the generic pharmaceutical industry and its role in enhancing access to affordable healthcare. 150 words
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Prelims

1. In the context of the pharmaceutical industry, what does an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) primarily facilitate?

   1. A The patent registration for a newly discovered biological molecule
   2. B The mandatory reporting of adverse drug reactions to international health bodies
   3. C The approval of a new chemical entity for clinical trials
   4. D The marketing of a generic drug product that is comparable to an innovator drug