Protests began in the northern state of Punjab soon after the introduction of this legislation in September, and spread across the country on Nov. 26, 2020, when a nationwide general strike was observed by about 250 million people – making it the largest strike in human history.

If the stereotypical view of the Native American as a vicious barbarian is dangerous, its mirror image – that of the Noble Savage – has proved to be just as pernicious. More so because the ideal of the Noble Savage is relatively uncontroversial among both those who hate Indians and those who admire them. Many environmentalists fall into the latter camp.

Are GE crops safe? Depends on who you ask. Scientists universally agree that genetically-engineered (GE) crops are just as safe to eat as their non-GE counterparts. GE crops do not uniquely harm the environment and actually need fewer pesticides. The public disagrees.

This super-secure seed vault is designed to stand the test of time and whatever strain natural and man-made disasters may put on the survival of essential food crops.