Product Overview

This case discusses the evolution and role of India’s nuclear regulator - the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB). It examines the need for a regulator in the context of India’s nuclear energy programme, its roles and responsibilities, and issues / concerns pertaining to its independence and transparent decision making. The case focusses on key questions such as: What is a regulator or a regulatory agency? Why are regulators important, specifically within the nuclear sector? What is meant by the independence of a regulator? What are the types of regulator independence? How are these ascertained?

Learning Objectives

Discuss and understand the idea of a regulator. Discuss and understand the role of AERB as a regultor within the nuclear sector, and its activities. Discuss why regulator independence is essential, especially for AERB as a nuclear regulator. Introduce the idea of regulator independence and the types of independence associated with a regulator.