Pakshal Secretry: GS3 answer copy

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. Q6Operation 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. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks India 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
8. Q9What are mRNA vaccines? Explain how they function and highlight how they differ from DNA-based vaccines. (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks What 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