"Australia refused to sell us uranium because India hadn't signed the global Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty."

The key word in that sentence is "proliferation." It's a word you will often come across in newspapers, world affairs, and competitive exams. Let's understand what it means and learn how to use it. 

Word of the Day: Proliferation              Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning:  the rapid increase or spread of something. Examples

• The proliferation of smartphones has changed the way we communicate. 
• The proliferation of online learning has made education more accessible. 
• The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. 
• The proliferation of trees can make our environment greener. 

Whenever you see something increasing or spreading quickly, think of the word proliferation. Try to use this word  in your conversation today. You could say:

• The proliferation of electric vehicles is helping reduce pollution.
• The proliferation of books in our library encourages reading. 
• The proliferation of social media has changed the way people connect. 
• Our science teacher explained the proliferation of harmful bacteria.