Tuberculosis remains a major global health challenge, but significant progress has been made in the fight against the disease. The Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 highlights the continued efforts required to reach the targets of the End TB Strategy, with a focus on overcoming challenges such as drug resistance, underdiagnosis, and inadequate funding.
For UPSC aspirants, understanding the complexities of TB, the strategies in place to combat it, and India’s role in the global response is crucial. As a pressing public health issue, TB is an important topic under the General Studies Paper II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations) and General Studies Paper III (Science and Technology, Environment, and Development). By staying informed about global health issues like TB, aspirants can provide comprehensive, well-rounded answers in their exams and contribute to India’s efforts in ending TB by 2030.