An overview of soil and sediment metagenomics policy: insights from India and global scenario

Key Points

• This analysis identifies key policies shaping soil and sediment metagenomics, impacting biodiversity and ecosystem health.
• In India, recent advances in metagenomics policy highlight the need for integrated approaches to manage soil health.
• Assessment includes comparisons between India's policies and global insights into microbial communities in soils.
• The findings underscore the importance of effective metagenomics strategies to influence environmental policy broadly.