GS3 · Practice questions
Space Technology
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Discuss in brief developments and challenges in the Gaganyaan mission of ISRO. What are the possible benefits of the mission for the society?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
How India benefitted strategically from the contributions of Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai in the fields of atomic energy and space technology respectively?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
Missile defence systems are becoming critical for national security in the face of evolving regional threats and advanced weapon technologies. Explain the working principle of missile defence systems. Critically assess India's progress in developing indigenous missile defence capabilities.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
Discuss the potential of reusable launch vehicles in future space operations and missions. What are India's initiatives towards the development of reusable launch vehicles?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Assess the relevance of the NISAR mission in observing and managing climate change and natural hazards.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Space TechnologyClimate Change
There have been arguments that India needs to review some of its past assumptions about the nature of outer space and contribute to the development of new global norms. In this context, analyse India's stand in relation to the Artemis Accords.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Space TechnologyTrade and Foreign Investment
Discuss the multiple issues associated with space debris. Also, state the initiatives taken in recent times to tackle this menace.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Space TechnologyDisaster Risk Reduction
What is the Axiom-4 mission? How will India's participation in the Axiom-4 mission help in bolstering India's human space programme?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Compare and contrast satellite communication with fiber optic communication in terms of working principles, accessibility, scalability, and limitations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
Space tourism, which was viewed as something straight out of a science fiction movie, is now becoming a reality albeit not without hindrances. What are the challenges associated with space tourism? What measures can be taken to address these challenges?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyClimate Change
In line with the country's efforts to explore the depths of the ocean and harness the resources it holds, the Indian government has proposed a deep-sea exploration mission Samudrayaan. How can this mission contribute to the advancement of ocean science and technology in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
How is Chandrayaan-3 different from its predecessor, Chandrayaan-2? To what extent can India's presence in Artemis Accords help in furthering the exploration of lunar surface?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Operation Sindoor highlighted the decisive role of technology in modern warfare. In this context, examine the technological advancements that contributed to its operational success.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyEmerging Technologies
Reusable launch vehicles (RLVs) present both technological promise and challenges. Discuss the hurdles in developing RLVs and outline India's progress in this field.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
India's proposed mission to Venus poses multiple challenges. Discuss the scientific and technological difficulties associated with exploring Venus.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space Technology
What is the main objective of India's Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksha Station? Which other countries have successfully launched their manned missions into space? What major technologies are required for the successful execution of the Gaganyaan Mission and related Bharatiya Antariksha Station? Also, elucidates the challenges associated with these missions.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Aditya-L1 marks a significant milestone in India's space programme. Discuss its scientific objectives and the broader significance of the mission for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Space based technologies are helpful in not only monitoring development, but also enhancing it. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space Technology
Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched its new rocket called Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). What are its advantages? How can SSLVs be a game changer for ISRO in the years to come?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Though often presented as a panacea to the dichotomy between development and ecological conservation, nuclear technology has multitude of other uses. Briefly explaining India's three stage nuclear program, throw light upon various applications and challenges associated with nuclear technology in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
How India benefited strategically from contributions of Dr. Bhabha and Dr. Sarabhai in fields of atomic energy and space tech respectively?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
The race to put weapons in space may soon pass the point of no return making space the next theatre of arms struggle. What are the possible reasons behind the weaponization of space? Discuss its implications.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Discuss the developments and challenges in Gaganyaan mission. What are possible benefits of the mission to society?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
The recent Cambridge report observed golden opportunity for India to use biowaste like in ethanol blending towards Panchamrit targets. Potential in sustainable green economy. Discuss. 6- In order to ensure reusability and reliability in Satellite launch vehicles, Reusable Launch Vehicle provide best alternative for sustainable technology. Explain.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyEnergy