Background
Overview
This concept integrates critical dimensions of environmental sustainability (air pollution control), economic development (auto industry, infrastructure), technological advancement (EVs, battery tech), and social justice (labor transition), all of which are central to UPSC's understanding of policy formulation and implementation in India.
Electric Vehicle (EV) policies are crucial policy instruments adopted by governments to accelerate the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles, primarily to combat air pollution, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and promote sustainable transport. However, their implementation often faces significant challenges related to infrastructure, economic viability, technological dependence, and social equity.