Page-4 of GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology

Enumerate types of clean coal technologies and the challenges associated with their adoption.

The clean coal technologies minimize the harmful effluents from coal burning like carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, heavy metals and make it comparatively less polluting for the environment. Types of clean coal technologies: Conversion to syngas – anaerobic combustion yields syngas ..

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The 5G technology has the potential to transform India, but India needs a robust IT infrastructure and effective cyber security strategy for its wide adoption, because of risks and vulnerabilities associated with this technology. Analyse.

The 5G technology is expected to drive the next industrial revolution, as it enables wider use of Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, 3D and Machine Learning in real life applications. Adoption of 5G on a wider ..

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5G technology will prove to be a game-changer for digitally empowering the nation, but there are several challenges that needs to be tackled. Critically Analyze.

5G technology refers to the 5th generation mobile-radio-telephony apparatus that is run on radio-waves, has lower latency, lower energy use & faster speed than previous generation. As per International Telecommunication Union, 5G will contribute to 2% increase in Global GDP. ..

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Throw some light on the potential applications of quantum technology. Also, discuss the challenges associated with this technology.

Quantum technology is the latest leap in computer technology & will usher in a golden age for humanity. A traditional computer uses binary bits, which denote either 1 or 0. But in a quantum computer, there may be multiple possible ..

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Discuss the applications of CRISPR/Cas9 genetic scissors that have revolutionized the genome editing technique.

All life on earth including humans is made up of cells, whose centre is called as the nucleus and has chromosomes inside it. In the nucleus of human cell, there are 23 pairs of chromosomes. The chromosomes are made up ..

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National Hydrogen Mission can be a game changer for India’s rising energy demands. Discuss the benefits and challenges associated.

Finance Minister in budget of 2021-22 announced a National Hydrogen Mission to give a boost to Green Hydrogen fuel in India’s energy mix. India’s current energy status: Goal – 450 GW by 2030. Current status – 136 GW, 38% of ..

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