Civil Liability for Nuclear Damages Act

The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010, was passed by the Indian parliament to provide a framework for liability in case of nuclear accidents, capping the maximum liability at ₹15 billion to be paid by the operator, with special drawing rights of up to 300 million to be paid by the Central Government if damages exceed this amount. The Act aims to prompt compensation to victims of nuclear incidents through a no-fault liability to the operator, appointment of Claims Commissioner, and establishment of Nuclear Damage Claims Commission. It also makes amendments to the Atomic Energy Act 1962, allowing private investment in the Indian nuclear power program. The Act came into force on November 11, 2011, and was a necessary step to activate the 2008 Indo-U.S. civilian nuclear agreement.learn more on wikipedia