Q.17. Mention the earmarked fields, aim and special powers provided to Indian citizens in Technology Vision Document 2035.

The Technology Vision Document 2035 was released during the inauguration of the 103rd Indian Science Congress. It was produced by the Technology Information, Forecasting, and Assessment Council (TIFAC), an autonomous organization under the Department of Science and Technology. This visionary document identifies twelve (12) sectors for special focus and provides a roadmap for each of them. Let’s explore the earmarked fields, aims, and special powers provided to Indian citizens:

1. Education:
   • Aim: To enhance educational access, quality, and relevance.
   • Special Powers: Empowering individuals with knowledge and skills.
2. Medical Science and Healthcare:
   • Aim: Guaranteeing nutritional security and eliminating women and child anemia.
   • Special Powers: Ensuring health and well-being for all citizens.
3. Food and Agriculture:
   • Aim: Ensuring food security and eliminating malnutrition.
   • Special Powers: Access to nutritious food for every Indian.
4. Water:
   • Aim: Ensuring the quantity and quality of water in all water bodies.
   • Special Powers: Access to clean water and sanitation.
5. Energy:
   • Aim: Transitioning India to a non-fossil fuel-based economy.
   • Special Powers: Developing commercially viable decentralized and distributed energy solutions.
6. Environment:
   • Aim: Sustainable management of natural resources.
   • Special Powers: Ensuring a clean and healthy environment.
7. Habitat:
   • Aim: Creating livable and sustainable urban and rural spaces.
   • Special Powers: Access to safe housing and infrastructure.
8. Transportation:
   • Aim: Efficient and sustainable transportation systems.
   • Special Powers: Access to safe and affordable mobility.
9. Infrastructure:
   • Aim: Developing robust infrastructure for economic growth.
   • Special Powers: Access to well-connected roads, railways, and utilities.
10. Manufacturing:
    • Aim: Enhancing competitiveness and innovation in manufacturing.
    • Special Powers: Promoting industrial growth and employment.
11. Materials:
    • Aim: Advancing materials science and technology.
    • Special Powers: Access to cutting-edge materials for development.
12. Information and Communication Technology (ICT):
    • Aim: Harnessing digital technologies for inclusive growth.
    • Special Powers: Access to digital services and connectivity.

The Technology Vision Document 2035 aspires to ensure the security, prosperity, and identity of every Indian, reflecting our collective vision for a technologically empowered future.