Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is “at the bottom of the ladder“ and its meaning is “at the lowest level/position in a particular group”.
Example Sentence: Our way of life, economic and national security are underpinned to certain general purpose technologies (GPTs). Today, four technology battlegrounds exist, i.e. semiconductors, 5G, revolutions in biology and autonomy. Each of these is vulnerable to military conflict, health emergencies and natural disasters. They are dual use and have steep entry barriers. They are also areas where India is still at the base of the ladder. Self reliance is not just a ‘feel good’ slogan. It is a survival imperative.
This phrase is present in The Hindu article Indian Deep Tech and a case for a strategic fund and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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