AIR 280 · CSE 2023 · GS3 · 27 pages

Ananya Rana: GS3 answer copy

10 answers by Ananya Rana, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1Aditya-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
  2. Q2What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Discuss its transformative potential for India's information infrastructure and evaluate its role in enhancing agricultural productivity.10 marks
  3. Q3Reusable 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
  4. Q4What is Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)? Examine how DPI can accelerate India's development and evaluate the initiatives taken to build a digital stack for the agriculture sector.10 marks
  5. Q5India's proposed mission to Venus poses multiple challenges. Discuss the scientific and technological difficulties associated with exploring Venus.10 marks
  6. Q5(null)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
  7. Q7Human spaceflight poses unique safety challenges. Discuss the major risks involved in human space missions and outline the steps taken under the Gaganyaan mission to address them.15 marks
  8. Q8India has made notable progress in nuclear energy. Discuss the technological advancements in this domain and evaluate their contribution to India's developmental goals.15 marks
  9. Q9What are mRNA vaccines? Explain how they function and highlight how they differ from DNA-based vaccines.15 marks
  10. Q10What is fifth-generation warfare? Examine the emerging challenges associated with it and suggest measures India should adopt to strengthen its preparedness.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 141 words written

Aditya-L1 marks a significant milestone in India's space programme. Discuss its scientific objectives and the broader significance of the mission for India.

Opening · a definition

Aditya- L1 is an Indian solar Mission launched by ISRO to enhance understanding about solar phenomenon and its impact on Earth and universe.

Body · points and prose

Diagram
- Aditya L-1 - Placed at L-1 point which is 1.5 million km away - In a place where gravitational force of sun and Earth balance each other - India's 1st step towards beyond moon & Mars initiatives

Scientific objectives of Aditya L-1 Mission

(1) To study Sun's corona - Sun's outermost layer.

(2) To enhance understanding about sun spot activity.

(3) Close proximity to Sun enabling better data and improved pictures.

(4) Studying causes and frequencies of solar coronal mass ejections.

(5) Employing data to further human space development:

→ (1) Better pre-emptive actions against protection from Solar storms → (2) Boost to Indian Space Agencies - private participation.

Broader significance of the mission

→ (3) Improved metallurgical research (e) Be panel deployed → (4) International collaborations for technological & research exchange (e) USA's NASA.

Close

Aditya L-1 is a transforming project for India that upholds the values of innovation and research for 'Good of All'