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Q. Discuss the contributions of Indian scientists to space exploration and its impact on India’s global standing.
Introduction: Indian scientists have significantly advanced space exploration through visionary leadership, innovative technologies, and cost-effective [...]
read moreQ. Assess the role of Indian pharmaceutical innovations in addressing global health challenges.
Introduction: India, often referred to as the “pharmacy of the world,” plays a crucial role [...]
read moreQ. How can India balance the promotion of dual-use technologies with the need for stringent control to prevent misuse?
Introduction: Dual-use technologies, with their potential for both civilian and military applications, are critical for [...]
read moreQ. Explain the concept of dual-use technologies. Discuss their implications for national security and development.
Introduction: Dual-use technologies refer to innovations that can be utilized for both civilian and military [...]
read moreQ. What is the significance of technology transfer for developing nations like India? Illustrate with examples.
Introduction: Technology transfer refers to the process of sharing or acquiring technology from one organization, [...]
read moreQ. “Indigenization of technology is key to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” Critically evaluate this statement with examples.
Introduction: The vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) emphasizes reducing dependency on foreign imports and [...]
read moreQ.20. Social media and encrypting messaging services pose a serious security challenge. What measures have been adopted at various levels to address the security implications of social media? Also suggest any other remedies to address the problem. [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]
Social media platforms and encrypted messaging services present significant security challenges due to their potential [...]
read moreQ.16. What are asteroids? How real is the threat of them causing extinction of life? What strategies have been developed to prevent such catastrophe? [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]
What are Asteroids? Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the Sun, primarily found in [...]
read moreQ.15. The world is facing an acute shortage of clean and safe freshwater. What are the alternative technologies which can solve this crisis? Briefly discuss any three such technologies citing their key merits and demerits. [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]
The global shortage of clean and safe freshwater is a well-documented crisis. Here are key [...]
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Q.6. What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are its advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transition carry any potential hazards? [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]
Technology for Electronic Toll Collection on Highways The technology primarily used for Electronic Toll Collection [...]
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Q. Discuss the impact of recent developments in science and technology on everyday life in India. Provide examples to illustrate how these advancements have improved quality of life.
India has witnessed a rapid transformation in recent years, largely driven by advancements in science [...]
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Q. What factors justify India’s significant potential for solar energy?
India has significant potential for solar energy due to a combination of geographical, environmental, economic, [...]
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Q. Discuss the concept and process of cryonics and evaluate its scientific, ethical, and legal implications. What are the potential benefits and challenges associated with this practice?
Understanding Cryonics Cryonics is the practice of preserving individuals who have died from a legal [...]
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Q. Discuss the concept of “Xenotransplantation” and its potential to address the organ transplant shortage. What are the main scientific, ethical, and medical challenges associated with xenotransplantation? How can these challenges be mitigated?
Why in News?: On 11th May, 2024, Richard Rick Slayman (American), the first recipient of [...]
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Q. Discuss the significance of the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative in the context of India’s defense sector. How does iDEX contribute to the indigenization of defense technology, and what challenges does it face in achieving its objectives? Provide examples to illustrate your answer.
Why in news: Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), the flagship initiative of the Ministry of Defence, signed [...]
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India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI): A Fundamental Driver of Social Transformation
Introduction to India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) represents a robust [...]
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Understanding the Evolution of the Web: From Web 1.0 to Web 3.0
Introduction to Web 1.0: The Static Web Web 1.0, often referred to as the Static [...]
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The Importance of Staying Updated with New and Upcoming Technologies
Introduction: The Rising Tide of Technological Advancements The rapid pace at which technology is evolving [...]
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Q. Explain the current ethical worries about deepfakes, bias and intellectual property that are related to Generative AI.
Introduction to Ethical Concerns in AI The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought about [...]
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Q. Describe the fundamental idea behind Generative AI and how it differs from more conventional AI techniques?
Introduction to Generative AI Generative AI represents a transformative approach within the broader field of [...]
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Q.16. What is the main task of India’s third moon mission which could not be achieved in its earlier mission? List the countries that have achieved this task. Introduce the subsystems in the spacecraft launched and explain the role of the ‘Virtual Launch Control Centre’ at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre which contributed to the successful launch from Sriharikota. [UPSC 2023 GS P-3]
India’s third moon mission, Chandrayaan-3, aimed to achieve a task that was not successfully accomplished in [...]
read moreQ.15. The adoption of electric vehicles is rapidly growing worldwide. How do electric vehicles contribute to reducing carbon emissions and what are the key benefits they offer compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles? [UPSC 2023 GS P-3]
Electric vehicles (EVs) play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and offer several benefits compared [...]
read moreQ.6. Discuss several ways in which microorganisms can help in meeting the current fuel shortage. [UPSC 2023 GS P-3]
Microorganisms play a crucial role in addressing the current fuel shortage through various processes. Let’s [...]
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Q.5. Introduce the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI). How does artificial intelligence help clinical diagnosis? Do you perceive any threat to privacy of the individual in the use of AI in healthcare? [UPSC 2023 GS P-3]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the development of computer systems capable of performing tasks that historically [...]
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