AIR 192 · CSE 2023 · GS3 · 62 pages

Mohit Gupta: GS3 answer copy

20 answers by Mohit Gupta, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1Discuss the importance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in the defense sector and modern warfare.10 marks
  2. Q2What are artificial neural networks? Discuss their importance in machine learning and artificial intelligence.10 marks
  3. Q3Introduce the concept of precision medicine. Comment on the role of precision medicine in the treatment of rare and specific diseases.10 marks
  4. Q4What 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
  5. Q5Discuss how cryptocurrency and other emerging technologies contribute to the menace of money laundering and terror financing. What steps have been undertaken by the Government of India to tackle this issue?10 marks
  6. Q6What is hybrid warfare? How is it different from conventional warfare? How can India navigate the challenge of hybrid warfare?10 marks
  7. Q7How does the long maritime border of India present immense internal security challenges? Suggest measures to address these challenges.10 marks
  8. Q8Despite decline in terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir, Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and proxy militant groups continue to pose a serious threat to India's internal security. What strategies can be adopted to neutralize these threats?10 marks
  9. Q9Discuss the vulnerability of northern India to earthquake-related disasters. Highlight India's preparedness in mitigating their impacts.10 marks
  10. Q10“Preparedness is the first step towards disaster risk reduction”. In this context, assess the role of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) in strengthening disaster preparedness and early warning systems in India.10 marks
  11. Q11Explain the aims and objectives of the recently launched BioE3 policy. How can the policy help in ensuring "green growth" of the economy?15 marks
  12. Q12Discuss 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
  13. Q13'With the development of advanced chips like Majorana 1 and Willow, quantum computers are no longer a theory but a reality.' What are the principles of quantum computing? How does the National Quantum Mission help in scaling up quantum technologies in India?15 marks
  14. Q14Compare and contrast satellite communication with fiber optic communication in terms of working principles, accessibility, scalability, and limitations.15 marks
  15. Q15Left-wing extremism (LWE) continues to remain a challenge to India's internal security. Discuss the Government of India's approach towards solving the issue of LWE in the country.15 marks
  16. Q16What are the threats posed to India's internal security by external State and non-state actors? Discuss the strategies necessary to tackle these threats.15 marks
  17. Q17With the rapid digitalization of Indian society, cyber crimes like digital arrest have also increased. Highlighting the major elements of cybersecurity, Discuss the measures needed to strengthen India's cybersecurity infrastructure.15 marks
  18. Q18Illegal immigration poses a threat to India's democracy, sovereignty, and internal security. In light of this statement, discuss how the recently passed Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, helps in effectively addressing the issue of illegal immigration. What are the constitutional and potential human rights challenges associated with the Act?15 marks
  19. Q19Climate change and rapid urbanization have intensified the impact and frequency of heat waves in India. Discuss. How can Heat Action Plans (HAPs) improve heatwave management in India?15 marks
  20. Q20In spite of being preventable, stampedes due to improper crowd control mechanisms continue to claim lives in India. Discuss the underlying causes of such disasters. What institutional and technological measures can be taken for efficient crowd management?15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 196 words written

Discuss the importance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in the defense sector and modern warfare.

Opening

Use of Heron Drones, Shaheed Drones etc. during recent Operation Sudoor highlights growing salience of UAVs in defense.

Characteristics of UAVs:

Body · points and prose

  • Smaller & Compact size
  • Long & Short Range Control
  • Autonomous operation via preprogramming

Importance of UAVs in Defense & Modern warfare

  1. Low Cost - High Impact Munitions Ex) Op Syder of Ukraine → destroyed 33% of Russian Bombers.

  2. Easier to Evade Air Defense Systems → Hard to detect → Overwhelming by multiple numbers → Difficult to target

  3. Preventing loss of human life (Remote Control) → No workforce casualty from Indian side in Operation Sudoor.

  4. Economic Factors:

  • Defence Indigenisation (Ex: PLI for drones)
  • Reduction in defense Expenditure (Arms & Ammunition)
  • High Export Demand

  1. Accessibility in difficult terrains. → Ex: UAV use for patrolling Indo-Myan-war Border

  2. Stealth operation (especially long range). → Ex: Israel Drone Attack on Iranian Commanders.

  3. Precision Attack. → Ex: 10x10cm accuracy for Heron Drones

  4. Logistics in warfare: → Ex: Transporting rations in Forward Posts.

  5. 5th Generation warfare Advantage. → Ex: Integration with ISR operations.

Close · a summary

UAVs are presenting both opportunities & challenges in reshaping traditional warfare dynamics.