India aims to become a semiconductor manufacturing hub. What are the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry in India ? Mention the salient features of the India Semiconductor Mission.

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Developments in IT, space, computers, robotics, nanotechnology, biotechnology, issues relating to intellectual property rights (IPR).

Syllabus Tags:India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)Semiconductor Fab Setup Challenges Clean Room Infrastructure & Water Supply Global Chip Supply Chains (CHIPS Act)Silicon Fab Investments

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Discovered through overlapping concepts: India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), Semiconductor Fab Setup Challenges, Clean Room Infrastructure & Water Supply

Recurring Theme Trend: “India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)”

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